Grannie stone, Glacial erratic in North Ayrshire, Scotland.
The Grannie Stone is a large boulder of Shap granite sitting in the grassy fields of North Ayrshire. It stands visibly apart from the surrounding local rocks, distinguished by its size and distinct composition.
During the last Ice Age, glacial forces carried this stone from its original home in Cumbria to North Ayrshire. The journey left it stranded on the landscape as ice retreated.
Local people have woven this stone into their stories and regional tales over generations. It holds a place in the community's understanding of their landscape and past.
The stone sits in open fields and is easy to reach on foot from nearby areas. Wear appropriate footwear since the ground can be muddy depending on recent weather.
The granite comes from a completely different region and its presence reveals how far ancient ice could travel. For those interested in geology, it offers direct evidence of how powerful glacial movement once was.
Location: North Ayrshire
GPS coordinates: 55.61280,-4.66967
Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:40
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