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The Kentigern Way

Following the Saint's journey from Hoddom to Glasgow
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Route Heritage – St Ann’s/Raehills to Moffat

Introducion

The following historical ‘snapshots’ are intended only to give the walker some brief details of the various places of interest that he will pass as he proceeds along the Kentigern way. They are organised south to north in the direction of the walk and in the order he will encounter them. It is hoped that they will serve to add interest to the route and offer a glimpse of the rich historical context of the landscape he is traversing.

The information contained in these short descriptions has been gleaned from many sources – too many to list individually here. The author wishes to pay due tribute to the work of those others that he has made use of while admitting full culpability for any errors or misinterpretations that have occurred.

St Ann’s/Raehills to Moffat

Roman Road to BeattockBeattock was an important centre during the Roman occupation of Scotland evidenced by the remains of many marching camps and fortlets. The Kentigern Way southern approach to Moffat follows the line of Agricola’s original road.
Moffat MuseumThe Museum presents a history of the town and its surrounding areas from early Roman times. It also has a space dedicated to the shadowy figure of Merlyn who is thought to have frequented this area. 
Moffat ChurchThe present church opened its door in 1887 but the history of worship in Moffat dates back to much earlier times.
Hartfell Spa Chalybeate SpringA spa and nearby cave are located on Harfell above Moffat which have associations with Merlyn and Kentigern who are reputed to have met there.


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