Archaeological sites · Central Scotland
Balmerino Abbey (Balmerino, Scotland)
In or near Balmerino.
Balmerino Abbey (Balmerino, Scotland) — a archaeological site in scotland central.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Invergowrie · 5.3 km
About
Balmerino Abbey (Balmerino, Scotland) is a named archaeological site in scotland central, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Balmerino Abbey is an archaeological site located in Balmerino, central Scotland. Established in the 12th century, it was a Cistercian monastery. The site features the remains of the abbey's church and other structures, reflecting its historical significance. Visitors can explore the ruins set against the backdrop of the Firth of Tay, providing insight into medieval monastic life.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4097, -3.0423
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- DD6 8BQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- North East Fife
- Nearest railway station
- Invergowrie — 5.3 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-11497541 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Balmerino Abbey (Balmerino, Scotland)?
- Balmerino Abbey (Balmerino, Scotland) is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode DD6 8BQ).
- What is Balmerino Abbey (Balmerino, Scotland)?
- Balmerino Abbey (Balmerino, Scotland) — a archaeological site in scotland central.
- How do I get to Balmerino Abbey (Balmerino, Scotland)?
- The nearest railway station is Invergowrie, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode DD6 8BQ.
- How do I get to Balmerino Abbey (Balmerino, Scotland)?
- The nearest railway station is Invergowrie, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DD6 8BQ.