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Renaissance architectural details and traditional symbolism that includes knobbly-kneed death skewering Lady Mary's parents. There is also a sophisticated 1690 Scott Monument in white marble with cherubs, drapery and foliage. Declared redundant in 2003, Benholm Kirk was purchased by the SRCT in February 2006 with the support of the local community.
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276:Formerly
240:4°01′55″W
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429:Sandwick
223:Cromarty
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366:Benholm
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211:Notes
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