Location of an ancient monastery. The first monastery was founded by St Æbbe circa 640 AD. The last monastery (who's ruins are still visible) was destroyed by Oliver Cromwell in 1650.

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Location: Coldingham, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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