Mercat cross with HES-listed pre-1800 evidence (1609).
The Old Market Cross, Greenlaw is a mercat cross in Scottish Borders, Scotland.
What follows is drawn from published sources, with each claim labelled by how firmly it is established.
What to look for
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Mercat cross with HES-listed pre-1800 evidence (1609).
Plan your visit
- Location
- 55.7079°N · 2.4607°W
- Access
- Visible from a public way
- Terrain
- Easy going
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Kelso Abbey
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- Near Kelso
- 2 min walk from car park
Sources
- Historic Environment Scotland Listed Buildings (accessed 2026-07-11)
Explore more: Minor monuments · Medieval · Scottish Borders
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