Hill forts · Central Scotland
Ben Effrey, Hillfort
In or near Dunning.
Ben Effrey, Hillfort — a hill fort in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Gordon Brown — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Gleneagles · 5.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Ben Effrey, Hillfort is a hill fort located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Ben Effrey is a hillfort located in central Scotland. It is characterised by its prehistoric earthworks, which provide insights into ancient settlement patterns in the region. The site is of archaeological significance, reflecting the area's historical landscape.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 56.2853, -3.6490
- District
- Perth and Kinross
- Postcode
- PH3 1DS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Stirling and Strathallan
- Nearest railway station
- Gleneagles — 5.2 km
Sources
- osm: way/523633583 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ben Effrey, Hillfort?
- Ben Effrey, Hillfort is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode PH3 1DS).
- What is Ben Effrey, Hillfort?
- Ben Effrey, Hillfort — a hill fort in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ben Effrey, Hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Gleneagles, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode PH3 1DS.
- Is Ben Effrey, Hillfort free to visit?
- Yes, Ben Effrey, Hillfort is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ben Effrey, Hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Gleneagles, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PH3 1DS.