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Kaite Welsh & Kris Gourlay

The brutal Edinburgh public torture device used on those guilty of 'gossiping'

For those Edinburgh locals known to the Duddingston area, you may be familiar with the beautifully tranquil Dr Neil's Garden.

The garden, located next to Duddingston Loch, is a public area for people to explore, relax and take in the surroundings. Upon entering the garden, at the historic Duddingston Kirk, you also find yourself walking past a grim piece of history.

In the 12th century, the village had a very interesting way of dealing with offenders convicted of what would now be classed as minor misdemeanours such as antisocial behaviour.

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