Whilst we were having a walk around the village of Glamis yesterday, and on our way back to the... read more
Whilst we were having a walk around the village of Glamis yesterday, and on our way back to the... read more
This is a sandstone cross-slab Pictish symbol stone dating to between AD 700 & 1000 , and stands at 2.7 metres high in the private front garden of the former Manse. One one side there’s a cross flanked by panels of Pictish carvings - 2 men fighting with axes, deer and mythical beasts. On the other side is a fish and a snake. It’s believed where it’s situated may once have been where an older graveyard was sited. To be truthful it’s difficult to make out any details from over the gate - perhaps binoculars might be helpful. I believe that it’s only possible to get close access by making an appointment on Doors Open Doors days.
Whilst we were having a walk around the village of Glamis yesterday, and on our way back to the car, we spotted the Glamis Manse Stone (also known as Glamis 2).
This Pictish stone is close to the parish church, and located outside The Manse, within the private grounds, but please respect the fact that it is in a private garden and NO entry or access is generally permitted, although a sign outside indicates that access may be possible on certain days of the year through 'Doors Open Days'. The appropriate website would need to be consulted for anyone wishing to get up close to the stone.
This Class II Pictish stone dates from the 9th century. It is inscribed on one side with a Celtic Cross, and on the other with a variety of Pictish symbols.
Even although access is for the most time not permitted, it is still possible to photograph the Pictish stone from both sides from outside of the property.