OS1/17/20/18

List of names as written Various modes of spelling Authorities for spelling Situation Description remarks
STONE CIRCLE [Daviot] Stone Circle
Stone Circle
Stone Circle
Mr Noble, Aultlugie
Mr McDonald, Manse
Mr Kemp Schoolmaster
012 This name applies to what is said to be a Druidical Temple situated about one mile to the north of Daviot church.
There are two large upright stones at the southern side, and from these to four stones in the centre, there is a walk formed by small standing stones.
DAVIOT CASTLE (Remains of) Daviot Castle
Daviot Castle
Daviot Castle
Statistical Account
Rev Mr McDonald, Manse
Mr Kemp Schoolmaster
012 "At the Mains of Daviot, a seat of the present laird of McIntosh, there still remains a small portion of the ruins of a fort or castle, which is said to have been built by Daviot, Earl, of Crawford in the beginning of the fifteenth century. It had a dry ditch and drawbridge which separated, and secured it from approach by the level ground on the West, and a strong wall on the other side, where the height, and natural declivity of the hill added much to its security. It was a square building, and enclosed an area of 360 yards; had four circular towers, one at every corner, and containing three stories, all slated."
vide Stat. Account

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