Forts · Central Scotland
Battle of Dunkeld
In or near Bankfoot.
Battle of Dunkeld is a fort in the United Kingdom.
Iain Lees — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Dunkeld and Birnam · 1.2 km
- Free entry
About
Battle of Dunkeld is a historic fort or fortified site in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 56.5661°, -3.5878°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Official information
The Battle of Dunkeld site features a rich historical narrative, particularly focusing on the famous fiddler and composer Niel Gow. Visitors can explore the Chapter House Museum and the Scottish Horse Museum, which showcase local history and artifacts.
Place summary
The Battle of Dunkeld is a historic fort located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode PH8. This site is notable for its role in the Jacobite risings, reflecting the region's turbulent history. The fort's strategic position highlights its significance in military history.
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- Coordinates
- 56.5661, -3.5878
- District
- Perth and Kinross
- Postcode
- PH8 0AN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Angus and Perthshire Glens
- Nearest railway station
- Dunkeld and Birnam — 1.2 km
Sources
- osm: n11947754589 (ODbL)
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The Ell House, 9 High Street, Dunkeld
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5, 7 Cathedral Street, Dunkeld
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9, 11 Cathedral Street, Dunkeld
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Monument to 6th Duke of Atholl, The Cross, Dunkeld
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Atholl Memorial Fountain
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Duchess of Atholl Girls' School, High Street, Dunkeld
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11 The Cross
11 The Cross — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Duchess Anne
Duchess Anne — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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1 Cathedral Street, Dunkeld
1 Cathedral Street, Dunkeld — house in Dunkeld, Perth and Kinross, Scotland, UK.
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St Ninian's Wynd
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The Ell House, 9 High Street, Dunkeld
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Where to eat & stay near Battle of Dunkeld
Places to stay
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Erigmore Leisure Park
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Quarryhill Caravan and Motorhome Site
Quarryhill Caravan and Motorhome Site — a caravan park in scotland highlands.
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Corriefodly Holiday Park
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Ballintuim Caravan Park
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Places to eat & drink
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Balnaguard Inn
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Dundarach Hotel, Perth Road
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📷 4Frequently asked questions
- Where is Battle of Dunkeld?
- Battle of Dunkeld is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PH8 0AN).
- What is Battle of Dunkeld?
- Battle of Dunkeld is a fort in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Battle of Dunkeld?
- The nearest railway station is Dunkeld and Birnam, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode PH8 0AN.
- How do I get to Battle of Dunkeld?
- The nearest railway station is Dunkeld and Birnam, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PH8 0AN.