Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland
Breastfeeding mermaid
In or near Kilcreggan.
Breastfeeding mermaid — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Thomas Nugent — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Greenock West · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Breastfeeding mermaid is a public art located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Watt Institution is a heritage attraction in Inverclyde dedicated to showcasing the history and culture of the area. Visitors can explore diverse collections, engage with visual arts, and research their family history in a welcoming environment.
Place summary
The Breastfeeding Mermaid is a public art installation located in the Scottish Highlands. This distinctive piece features a mermaid depicted in the act of breastfeeding, reflecting themes of motherhood and nature.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.9487, -4.7662
- District
- Inverclyde
- Postcode
- PA15 1TJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
- Phone
- 01475 715624
- Nearest railway station
- Greenock West — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.inverclyde.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: node/11001575190 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Breastfeeding mermaid?
- Breastfeeding mermaid is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA15 1TJ).
- What is Breastfeeding mermaid?
- Breastfeeding mermaid — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Breastfeeding mermaid?
- The nearest railway station is Greenock West, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA15 1TJ.
- Is Breastfeeding mermaid free to visit?
- Yes, Breastfeeding mermaid is free to enter.
- How do I get to Breastfeeding mermaid?
- The nearest railway station is Greenock West, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA15 1TJ.