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Dogton Stone
 

Standing in the middle of a field, near Dogton Farm, is a rare example of a pictish carving. The cross can be visited by taking the B922 from Kinglassie heading for Cluny and Kirkcaldy. The road make a sharp bend to the right then a sharp bend to the left, go straight on at this bend down a rough farm track. Follow the track to the right then turn left onto another track. With a bit of luck you will be able to walk through the crops, to the stone following the wheelmarks of a tractor. Ask at Dogton Farm if you are in doubt.

Map Ref NT236968, OS sheets 58 (stone) and 59 (roads)

The inscription reads, "This stone is a free standing Celtic cross, probably 10th century AD. The top and arms of the cross have been destroyed, but the centre boss is still visible on the east side. A horseman is carved below it and there are entwined serpentine animals on the south face."

A view of the cross from the south-west, the serpents can be seen on the side of the cross.

The Dogton Stone The Dogton Stone