Crown of Scotland

The Crown of Scotland is a hill in the Scottish Borders, standing north of the Devil’s Beef Tub and the town of Moffat. Its modest height rises above the surrounding peaks, yet the name carries historic weight. In 1306, Robert the Bruce and James Douglas, Lord of Douglas, met on its summit to seal their alliance. This followed Bruce’s killing of the Red Comyn at Greyfriars kirk in Dumfries, a pivotal moment before his coronation at Scone. The hill’s history is tied to Scotland’s struggle for independence in the early 14th century. Bishop William de Lamberton crowned Bruce at Scone soon after the meeting, marking a turning point in the Wars of Scottish Independence. Though small in elevation, its significance looms large in national memory. Visitors find open moorland and sweeping views across the hills of Dumfries and Galloway. The summit offers quiet solitude, with no crowds to disturb the sense of history. The surrounding peaks frame the landscape, while the Devil’s Beef Tub lies nearby, adding to the rugged charm. The rejected wind farm plans left the hill’s skyline unchanged, preserving its natural appeal.