Greyfriar’s Bobby

Life-size statue of a 19th-century Skye terrier said to have sat by his owner, Jock Gray’s grave for 14 years.

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Greyfriar’s Bobby

About

Bobby’s Owner, Jock Gray, a night watchman with Edinburgh Police force, died in 1858. He was buried in Old Greyfriar’s Churchyard.
Despite dogs not being allowed in the graveyard, Bobby sat at his master’s grave and earned the affection of local residents, who looked out for him and fed him.

Visitor Information

Headstone for John (Jock) Gray can be found in nearby Greyfriar’s Churchyard.

Accessibility Information

There is level access to the statue although the ground is uneven in places and it is situated near a busy road.

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