Historic Scottish site popular with Outlander fans sealed off after damage
dailyrecord.co.ukA grave marker at Culloden Battlefield that is popular among Outlander fans has been sealed off to visitors.The Clan Fraser stone is currently off-limits following damage caused as a result of heavy foot traffic.
The grave markers around the site commemorate the Jacobite soldiers who died at the Battle of Culloden in 1746.The site has become a favoured spot among fans of Diana Gabaldon's Outlander books and its television adaptation.
Main character Jamie Fraser fought at the battle, and so many fans have been keen to see it for themselves. Many Outlander-themed tours include a stop at the Clan Fraser stone, with fans commonly laying flowers at the grave marker and taking selfies in front of it.Now, the National Trust Scotland (NTS), which owns part of the historic battlefield, has taken action to stop the deterioration of the site.
The area has now been cordoned off to allow the ground to firm up and grass to re-grow. Adorable Highland cow photos show calf get licks of love ahead of Mother's Day The conservation charity also stressed that visitors should give the area "space", and that the burial site should be "respected".
Read more on dailyrecord.co.uk
