Boreland

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Boreland is a chambered tomb in Dumfries and Galloway. The Albion Guide charts 13 chambered tombs in the county; this is one of them. Nearby ancient sites include Napper's Cottage, Torhouse Stone and Glenquicken stone circle.

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