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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands

Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused)

In or near Catrine.

Free admission

Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused) — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.

Permian Red Sandstone Cliffs. - geograph.org.uk - 429483

Stuart Brabbs — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Auchinleck · 7.3 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused) is a archaeological located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

Barskimming rock-cut ice house is a disused archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. This structure is notable for its historical method of ice storage, reflecting past practices in food preservation. Its rock-cut design distinguishes it within the region's heritage landscape.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.4961, -4.4021
Postcode
KA5 5HD
Parliamentary constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
Nearest railway station
Auchinleck7.3 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused)?
Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused) is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA5 5HD).
What is Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused)?
Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused) — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused)?
The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA5 5HD.
Is Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused) free to visit?
Yes, Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused) is free to enter.
How do I get to Barskimming rock-cut ice house (disused)?
The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA5 5HD.