The Gypsy Memorial, Kirk Yetholm
Things to do in Kelso Scottish Borders
Visitor-Attractions in Scotland
Description: Unveiled in 2003, this piece of stone from Blinkbonny Quarry, stands as a memorial to the Gypsies of Kirk Yetholm, and at the same time to Tom Tokely, a renowned local historian with a special interest in and knowledge of the Kirk Yetholm Gypsies.
Situation � OS ref: NT 828282
How to get there:
By car: In the village of Kirk Yetholm some 8 miles south of Kelso. The memorial Stone is beside the road up from Kirk Yetholm Green heading south to Halterburn.
By public transport: Regular bus service from Kelso Square to Yetholm.
Attached attractions:
The Gypsy Palace
Additional Information
Web link: (where appropriate):
Scottish Gypsies
Places to stay nearby:
Kelso
Local towns and villages:
Yetholm Village
Kelso
The Gypsy Memorial, Kirk Yetholm, Scotland
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