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

Authors

  • William Norman Kennedy

DOI:

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

Keywords:

Earthwork, Ditch, Boundary line, Meeting notes, Fellow election, Donations

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.

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Published

30-11-1862

Issue

Vol. 3 (1862)

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Remarks on the Ancient Barrier called ’The Catrail;’ with Plans. (1862). Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, 3, 117-123. https://doi.org/10.9750/PSAS.003.117.121