Thurgartstone, Glacial erratic at Brandleside Farm, Dunlop, Scotland.
The Thurgartstone consists of blue augitic porphyrite stone measuring twelve feet by eight feet and weighing approximately 25 tons in East Ayrshire.
The monks of Kilwinning Abbey established Saint Mary's Chapel near the Thurgartstone during the 12th century to replace earlier pagan worship practices.
The stone's name variations suggest different interpretations, from Thor's Great Stone to associations with ogres, reflecting regional folklore and traditions.
The boulder sits in a field at Brandleside Farm, with farm lease agreements restricting plowing near the stone due to potential burial sites.
A holy well near the Thurgartstone, believed to possess curative properties, remained active for baptisms until 1972.
Location: East Ayrshire
GPS coordinates: 55.71930,-4.53967
Latest update: March 14, 2025 04:06
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