📜 Stone monument marking the execution site of Margaret MacLachlan and Margaret Wilson, Covenanter martyrs, who were drowned in the tidal Bladnoch River on May 11, 1685, for their religious beliefs. 🔍 Located in Wigtown, Scotland, this site commemorates a poignant period known as the "Killing Time" during the 1600s religious conflicts. # Why Go 🚶 Easy walk from Wigtown center to explore a poignant site. 📖 Learn about a significant event in Scottish history, the 'Killing Time', and the Covenanter movement and its martyrs. 🕊️ Reflect on resilience and defiance in a peaceful setting. 🌳 Experience the coastal community of Wigtown with a beautiful backdrop. # Why Avoid ⚠️ Wooden walkway slates are uneven and loose. # Tips 📍 Signs are posted to Martyr's Stake and Graves from Wigtown center. ⛪ Martyr's Graves are near the Old Church; look for white headstones. 🚶 The stake is located south of the Old Church, accessible via a paved street and a dirt parking lot. An information pillar and wooden walkway lead to the stake. 🅿️ A dirt parking lot is available nearby.