An unusual monument! This one commemorates Michael Dixon of Sclater, Castleton, who was killed by lightning on 29 July 1805. In essence, this is a gravestone remembering a person who died tragically. Pay your respects.

Easy to walk over to from the main route.

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Elevation 280 m

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Location: Newcastleton And District, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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