The Lochan of the Lost Sword

The Lochan of the Lost Sword

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The Lochan of the Lost Sword

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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

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Location: Strathfillan, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

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September 4, 2018

Hiking

This lochan (small body of water) is famous for supposedly being the resting place for a number of ancient Scottish swords, cast aside to facilitate an escape from battle.

It's said that a battle between Robert the Bruce and the Clan McDougall led to Robert the Bruce's man being forced to flee. As they passed this wee lochan, Robert called for them to cast their heavy weapons into the lochan.

Alongside the smaller swords of his men, Robert the Bruces meter-long claymore is thought to be resting at the bottom of this pond, guarded by the lady of the loch.

Caro "LadyOutdoors"

June 21, 2018

Hiking

According to legend, Robert the Bruce and his army threw their weapons into this small hole. This included Robert Bruce's long sword and according to legend, it is still here today.

According to legend, Robert the Bruce and his army threw their weapons into this small hole. This included Robert Bruce's long sword and according to legend, it is still here today.

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Chris

March 2, 2020

Mountain biking

This lochan (small body of water) is famous for supposedly being the resting place for a number of ancient Scottish swords, cast aside to facilitate an escape from battle.

It's said that a battle between Robert the Bruce and the Clan McDougall led to Robert the Bruce's man being forced to flee. As they passed this wee lochan, Robert called for them to cast their heavy weapons into the lochan.

Alongside the smaller swords of his men, Robert the Bruce's metre-long claymore is thought to be resting at the bottom of this pond, guarded by the lady of the loch.