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Remains of a cairn, situated in a prominent position on the summit of Law Hill where it commands extensive views of the surrounding area and also forms an important feature in the local landscape. The cairn is composed of earth and stones, measures approximately 28m in diameter and stands around 4m tall. Although a large section of the north side of the cairn has been removed, sufficient material remains for the monument to retain both its archaeological importance and the field characteristics which make it such a prominent local feature. Local tradition, recorded in the 19th century, states that the cairn was a site of execution in medieval times. While it is possible that this was the case, it is equally likely that the name 'Law Hill', meaning hill of the cairn or mound, has been misunderstood to give a spurious interpretation to the site's function.
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Historic Environment Records (HER)