This lochan (small body of water) is famous for supposedly being the resting place for a number of ancient Scottish swords, cast aside to facilitate an escape from battle.

It's said that a battle between Robert the Bruce and the Clan McDougall led to Robert the Bruce's man being forced to flee. As they passed this wee lochan, Robert called for them to cast their heavy weapons into the lochan.

Alongside the smaller swords of his men, Robert the Bruce's metre-long claymore is thought to be resting at the bottom of this pond, guarded by the lady of the loch.

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