Lesmahagow Priory
Introduction
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Lesmahagow Priory
Image: © Elliott Simpson Taken: 13 Aug 2008
The priory was founded by Benedictine monks in 1144. These foundations were excavated in 1972 and are next to the Old Parish Church off Church Square.
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Image Location
Latitude
55.636715
Longitude
-3.884823