Remarks on the Ancient Barrier called 'The Catrail;' with Plans

William Norman Kennedy (Author)


Keywords:
Earthwork, Ditch, Boundary line, Meeting notes, Fellow election, Donations
Location(s):
Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK
Period(s):
Uncertain

Abstract


This article discusses the ditch known as the Catrail that runs from near Galashiels to near Peelfell on the borders of Northumberland. The author explains various interpretations of the Catrail's etymology, origins and purpose. He concludes that the ditch was built to serve as a boundary line but argues that there is not enough evidence to say with certainty who built it.

 

Meeting notes for 12 May, 1858 are appended.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.9750/PSAS.003.117.121

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Published
30-11-1862
How to Cite
Kennedy, W. N. (1862). Remarks on the Ancient Barrier called ’The Catrail;’ with Plans. Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, 3, 117–123. https://doi.org/10.9750/PSAS.003.117.121
Issue
Vol. 3 (1862)
Section
Articles
DOI
https://doi.org/10.9750/PSAS.003.117.121