St Orland's Stone
Near Forfar, Angus
Open all year round
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Admire the carving of a Pictish cross-slab, adorned with both Christian and pagan motifs.
St Orland’s Stone is a rare example of a Pictish cross-slab still standing in its original location. It’s unique in depicting a Pictish boat – the only known representation of a boat in early medieval sculpture in Scotland.
The stone stands on a low terrace overlooking what used to be wet ground. It was broken in two at some point, but its beauty and craftsmanship remains obvious.
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Membership
Ideal for regular visitors and heritage supporters
Unlimited annual pass for all ticketed sites plus daytime events
- Unlimited annual pass for all ticketed sites plus daytime events
- Discount in our shops and cafés (on site and online)
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Perfect for short-term trips and sightseeing
Valid for 14 consecutive days
- Valid for 14 consecutive days
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