There are two groups of prehistoric monuments at Drumtroddan, separated by farm fields. One group comprises three clusters of stones with cup and ring carvings. These rocks probably date to the Bronze Age.
There are at least 84 cup and ring marks, and there may well be more that are no longer easily visible. The variety of the carvings is striking; the number of rings varies from one to six.
Some of the ring marks form complete circles, while others are incomplete. Several show a radial groove from the centre of the circle. There are over 65 cup marks, some with rings and some without.
Standing Stones
A short distance away over the fields (but further in reality as you have to drive around) are a set of very well preserved standing stones.
By far the best time to visit is when the sun is low in the sky, as the low angle of light will help outline the cup and ring marks, some of which are extremely impressive.
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About Drumtroddan Cup and Ring Marked Rocks
Address: Port William, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland
Attraction Type: Prehistoric Site
Location: 2 miles north east of Port William, on the A747
Website: Drumtroddan Cup and Ring Marked Rocks
Historic Scotland
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OS: NX362 447
Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express
Opening Details: Open access site, usually accessible at any reasonable time
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Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low to exceptional) on historic interest
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Barhobble Church - 4.3 miles (Historic Church) 
Rispain Camp - 5.1 miles (Prehistoric Site)
Sorbie Tower - 5.7 miles (Castle)
Whithorn Priory - 5.8 miles (Abbey)
Chapel Finian - 5.8 miles (Historic Church)
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