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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAVE YARD [Roslin] | [blank] | 012 | An ancient Grave Yard which existed in Catholic times It is still used as the Cemetery for the village of Roslin except in cases where families have or desire special burying places. In it is the remains of am ancient Chapel which was used (it is said) in Catholic times for performing the funeral service in. It is situated on the South side of the road leading from Roslin Inn to Roslin Castle and in the immediate vicinity of the village of Roslin & Roslin Chapel | |
| CHAPEL (Ruins of) [Roslin] | Chapel (Remains of) | 012 | The remains od an ancient Chapel part of the walls of which are in a good state of preservation Tradition says it was used in Catholic times for the performance of the funeral service for the dead It is situated in the ancient Grave Yard of Roslin described above | |
| ST MATTHEW'S WELL | St, Matthews Well | 012 | Close to the ancient Grave Yd. [Yard] of Roslin is a copious spring of excellent water called "St Matthews Well" This Well is situated much below the level of the village of Roslin but by means of a force pump it is made to supply the village of Roslin & neighbourhood with water. From its name & proximity to the Ancient Chapel & Grave Yd. [Yard] of Roslin one would suppose it to be what is termed holy Well where pilgrimages may have been performed. It will also be remembered that the ancient Chapel is dedicated to St. Matthew the Apostle |
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