Maybole’s New Mercat Cross!

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Well, the time has come to finally declare Bruce’s Web Interactive Arts and Augmented Reality Trail… OPEN!🎉
This morning we unveiled the final piece of the trail in ⭐Maybole⭐
This piece is a bit different to the others; our new Mercat Cross serves as a reminder of Maybole’s rich history as the ancient capital of Carrick. This piece was designed by another acclaimed local artist; John McKenna, who produced the pillar and the plaques under commission from Maybole Community Council. Funding was provided from a number of sources including the Scottish Government, Maybole Community Council, May-Tag and North Carrick Community Benefit Company.
The ‘Lion of Carrick’ on top links to the name given to Robert the Bruce, King of Scots; as the ‘Ancient Capital of Carrick’ Maybole is proud of the part it played in the story of one of Scotland’s greatest kings. You will find the ‘Lion of Carrick’ Mercat Cross pillar on the town’s High Street 🦁
Thank you to our local elected members and to Elena Whitham MSP for joining us this morning for the unveiling.
Read more about the new Mercat Cross here: https://www.northcarrick.com/mayboles-mercat-cross/
Plan your visit to the trail: https://www.northcarrick.com/bruces-web/
Sculpture by John McKenna, Photos by Chelsea Hibbins📸 😀
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