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About The Picardy Stone

The Picardy Stone is a Class I Pictish stone, remarkable for remaining in its original location. Carved from whinstone with striking quartz veins, it features:A double-disc & Z-rodA serpent & Z-rodA mirror symbolWhen excavated in 1856, the stone was discovered set in a low cairn, beneath which lay a grave – a fascinating glimpse into ancient Pictish burial practices.Visitor Information:The stone stands in a field that often contains livestock.Roadside parking is limited; please refer to the official website for directions and access details.

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Dunnideer Castle

Castle of Dunnideer, c.1260. Weather-beaten rectangular tower, partly built from the remains of the prehistoric vitrified fort in which it stands.

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Dunnideer Castle

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Insch Golf Club

The modern clubhouse at Insch is probably the most friendly you will come across in the North-East.

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Insch Golf Club

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Dunnideer Stone Circle

At Dunnideer Stone Circle, only the recumbent and 2 flankers survive. The recumbent, measuring 2.84 m by 1.72 m high, is aligned Northwest - Southeast.

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Dunnideer Stone Circle

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St Drostan's Church, Insch

All that survives of St Drostan's Church is the west gable topped by an ornate 17th Century pedimented bellcote. The bellcote has carved uprights and finials, dog-tooth detailing, scroll moulding and the initials "M/L" for the Leslie family.

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