Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels
In or near Newtown St Boswells.
Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Galashiels · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
You can visit the Bust Of Robert Burns in Old Town, Galashiels, which is located at postcode TD1 3JQ. The nearest railway station is Galashiels, just 0.4 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels is a category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB31979). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category C Date Added 12/03/1971 Supplementary Information Updated 14/11/2006 Local Authority Scottish Borders Planning Authority Scottish Borders Burgh Galashiels NGR NT 49273 35944 Coordinates 349273, 635944 — F W Doyle-Jones, 1912. Bronze bust of Robert Burns. Pink granite channelled, corniced plinth on a square base with carved swags. Raised carved lettering 'BURNS' to top of shaft and 'BRAW BRAW LADS' to base. Original wrought iron railings to the rear and recent metal railings to the sides. — This bust is a notable element of the collection of monuments in Cornmill Square, the principal formal space in Galashiels. This includes the bust of Walter Scott, the Equestrian Statue of a Border Reiver and the Memorial, Clock Tower and Fountain, all by Robert Lorimer (all separately listed). The bust commemorates the re-writing by Burns of the song 'Braw Lads o' Galla Water'. Category changed from B to C(S) 2006.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
Old Gala House is a historic building in Galashiels, dating back to 1583, that serves as a museum and gallery. It showcases the history of the town and its people, featuring a variety of exhibitions and events throughout the year.
Place summary
The Bust of Robert Burns is a memorial located in the Old Town of Galashiels, central Scotland. It is designated as a category C listed building, recognising its historical significance. The bust commemorates the renowned Scottish poet Robert Burns.
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- Coordinates
- 55.6144, -2.8069
- District
- Scottish Borders
- Postcode
- TD1 3JQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
- Phone
- 01896 752 611
- Nearest railway station
- Galashiels — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Mon–Fri 10am–4pm; closed Sat–Sun
- Official site
- www.liveborders.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q56633763 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels?
- Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode TD1 3JQ).
- What is Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels?
- Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels?
- The nearest railway station is Galashiels, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode TD1 3JQ.
- Is Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels a listed building?
- Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
- Is Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels free to visit?
- Yes, Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bust Of Robert Burns, Old Town, Galashiels?
- The nearest railway station is Galashiels, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TD1 3JQ.