Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial
In or near Kyle of Lochalsh.
1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Kyle of Lochalsh · 0.1 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial is a memorial located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Kyle Station Museum is located in the original station buildings at Kyle of Lochalsh Railway Station. It showcases the intertwined stories of the Kyle Line Railway, Kyle Harbour, and local fishing through various exhibitions, model displays, and archive materials.
Place summary
The 1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial is located in the Scottish Highlands. This memorial commemorates the contributions of the 1st Minelaying Squadron during its operational history. It serves as a tribute to those who served in this specialised naval unit.
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- Coordinates
- 57.2809, -5.7159
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV40 8AQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
- Phone
- +44 1599 534824
- Nearest railway station
- Kyle of Lochalsh — 0.1 km
- Opening
- Mon – Sat, 11.30 to 13.30 (last entry 13.00) from November to April; Mon – Sat, 11.00 to 15.00 (last entry 14.30) from May to October
- Official site
- www.kylestationmuseum.org
Sources
- osm: node/5519040024 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is 1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial?
- 1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV40 8AQ).
- What is 1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial?
- 1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to 1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Kyle of Lochalsh, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV40 8AQ.
- Is 1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, 1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to 1st Minelaying Squadron Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Kyle of Lochalsh, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV40 8AQ.