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All the United Kingdom Scotland Saddell

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Saddell

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Saddell, Scotland

Updated October 1, 2018

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“Land” by Antony Gormley.

Saddell, Scotland

'Land'

Originally intended as a temporary installation, this sculpture is now a permanent part of a stunning Scottish beach.
Carved grave slabs.

Saddell, Scotland

Saddell Abbey Grave Slabs

The carved medieval stones stand near the ruined abbey's parking lot.
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A close up photo of several stones in one of the larger circles.

Machrie, Scotland

Machrie Moor Standing Stones

More stones than Stonehenge, all scattered within a windswept landscape sure to enchant 'Outlander' fans.
7 miles from Saddell
The cave painting.

Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Davaar Island Cave Painting

The artwork is tucked within a cave on a tiny Scottish island only accessible at low tide.
7 miles from Saddell
Centrepiece sculpture.

Campbeltown, Scotland

Linda McCartney Memorial Garden

An appropriate memorial dedicated to a well-renowned figure of Campbeltown.
8 miles from Saddell
Twelve Apostles.

Catacol, Scotland

Twelve Apostles

These quaint cottages feature built-in signaling devices for fishermen.
13 miles from Saddell

Corrie, Scotland

Doctor's Bath

A doctor had this large tub carved into rocks to facilitate easier seawater bathing.
16 miles from Saddell
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