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Melrose Abbey

Melrose, Scottish Borders

Where Robert the Bruce's heart lies buried.

Melrose Abbey was founded by David I in 1136. Being so close to the border, it was attacked again and again by English armies, including in 1385 and during the 'Rough Wooing' of the 1540s.

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When
Burned 1385, wrecked 1545
Where
55.5990, -2.7180
Group
Castles & abbeys

Visiting

Historic Environment Scotland, open daily. Look for the bagpipe-playing pig gargoyle.

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