The Duke's Monument was erected in 1863 as a tribute to the Duke of Hamilton. Originally there was a bronze bust of the duke but that has been moved to the visitor centre nearby.

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the track is quite muddy

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January 12, 2022

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Erected by the people of Hamilton in memory of William 11th Duke of Hamilton in 1863, the year he died. The bronze bust of the Duke which used to sit …

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1. Chatelherault Country Park loop from Chatelherault Station

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2. Cadzow Oaks – Chatelherault Hunting Lodge loop from Hamilton Central

18.1km

04:48

190m

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3. Duke's Monument loop from Silvertonhill

4.32km

01:12

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Hamilton Centre/Ferniegair, Central Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Duke's Monument

1. Chatelherault Country Park loop from Chatelherault Station

2. Cadzow Oaks – Chatelherault Hunting Lodge loop from Hamilton Central

3. Duke's Monument loop from Silvertonhill

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