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| List of names as written | Various modes of spelling | Authorities for spelling | Situation | Description remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST MAGNUS'S WELL | St Magnus Well St Magnus Well |
Mr H. Leask, Boardhouse Estd. [Established] Church Minister of Birsay |
088 | Applies to an ancient spring Well. situated on the road side, a short distance east of Mill Cottage. It is supposed to have been used by St Magnus, and tradition says that the people flocked to this Well to be cured of their diseases. |
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[page] 76Parish of Birsay -- Orkney
Note below Authorities: Name obtained by Captain Day R.E. while finally examining the Plans of Orkney
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Moira L- Moderator, Partan Claws
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