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The Penicillin Man Traditional Cache

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The Aljos: Archived to stop further visits during the Covid19 lock down period. The container and contents will be removed when it becomes safe to do so.

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Hidden : 3/10/2010
Difficulty:
1 out of 5
Terrain:
1 out of 5

Size: Size:   small (small)

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Geocache Description:

This is one of a series of caches created for the purpose of introducing geocachers to the rich history, the extensive path network and the general scenic beauty of the Irvine Valley and its surrounding countryside. Lochfield Farm near Darvel was the birthplace of Sir Alexander Fleming. The farm buildings, surrounds and memorial stone have been meticulously restored by the present owner with some of the buildings having been converted into holiday homes.

A cache that is dedicated to one of the greatest men who ever lived. Sir Alexander Fleming, the discoverer of penicillin, was born here at Lochfield farm. Over the years his discovery has saved the lives of millions and to this day, derivatives of the original antibiotic remain in common use. Truly one of mankind’s greatest heroes.

Mr. Scott, the owner of Lochfield, is aware of the concepts and ethics of geocaching and has kindly allowed this cache to be placed in his property close to the engraved memorial stone.

Please use the parking and turning area at the rear of the farm and out of courtesy make your visit during reasonable hours.

Mr Scott has a visitors book that geocachers are more than welcome to sign.

Sir Alexander Fleming also said that ............... "It is the lone worker who makes the first advance in a subject; The details may be worked out by a team, but the prime idea is due to enterprise, thought and perception of an individual."

These are words that will remain relevant forever.

Additional Hints (Decrypt)

cnfg gur pnggyr tevq naq vzzrqvngryl ba gur yrsg oruvaq gur jnyy naq orarngu n ebpx.

Decryption Key

A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M
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N|O|P|Q|R|S|T|U|V|W|X|Y|Z

(letter above equals below, and vice versa)