Earl of Galloway Monument
Statue Newton Stewart Scotland

Earl of Galloway Monument

Statue In Newton Stewart, Scotland

Monument to Randolph Stewart, 9th Earl of Galloway, built in 1875.

This fancy monument in the heart of Newton Stewart was built in memory of Randolph, 9th Earl of Galloway in 1875. The earl was clearly held in high regard as it is a very imposing and eye-catching structure.

The earl (1800-1873) had a significant political career and was Tory MP for Cockermouth from 1826-1831. He was also the Lord Lieutenant of Kirkcudbright which is a very fancy job acting as a representative for the British Monarchy. He also had 13 children, so it's amazing he had time to do anything else.

Randolph was held in such high regard, that this was not the only memorial created for him. There are stained glass windows in the churches of Minnigaff and in Sorbie Parish Church 20 km away, all paid for by public subscription.

On one side of the Newton Stewart memorial, the reasons for his popularity become clear. There is an inscription which reads:

Venerated and beloved both in public and private life. A generous landlord, munificent in charity, clear in judgement, a sincere humble-minded christian, a noble and worthy example to posterity. His memory ever lives in the affection and esteem of all who knew him.

The 17 metre high monument was created by architect Richard Park at a cost of £700, and was certainly meant to be seen and admired.

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There is parking at the Belted Galloway visitor centre around a 5 minute walk away.

Contributed by Sandra Clemens

I love the great outdoors and have been a National Trust & English Heritage member for years. I also love going off the beaten track and finding places like Sharp's Folly or Rothley Castle which are hidden gems in Northumberland. My favourite recent hike was climbing Red Screes in the Lake District on a whim, not fully grasping how high 776m was. It was still an achievement to conquer a Wainwright walk and I hope to do more one day.

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