Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Birren Knowes, Settlement
In or near Eskdalemuir.
Birren Knowes, Settlement — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Peter McDermott — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Birren Knowes, Settlement 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
Birren Knowes is an archaeological settlement located in the Scottish Lowlands. This site provides insight into ancient habitation and community structures, reflecting the region's historical significance.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.2321, -3.2038
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG11 2LU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
Sources
- osm: node/13569561844 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Birren Knowes, Settlement?
- Birren Knowes, Settlement is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG11 2LU).
- What is Birren Knowes, Settlement?
- Birren Knowes, Settlement — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Birren Knowes, Settlement?
- Drivers can use postcode DG11 2LU.
- Is Birren Knowes, Settlement free to visit?
- Yes, Birren Knowes, Settlement is free to enter.
- How do I get to Birren Knowes, Settlement?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG11 2LU. It sits within the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale parliamentary constituency.