Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Chester Rig
Chester Rig — a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Jim Barton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Chester Rig is a archaeological 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
Chester Rig is an archaeological site located in central Scotland. It is notable for its historical significance, providing insights into the region's past. The site contributes to the understanding of archaeological practices in Scotland.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.5738, -3.4296
- District
- Scottish Borders
- Postcode
- ML12 6JF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
Sources
- osm: way/638289186 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Chester Rig?
- Chester Rig is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode ML12 6JF).
- What is Chester Rig?
- Chester Rig — a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Chester Rig?
- Drivers can use postcode ML12 6JF.
- Is Chester Rig free to visit?
- Yes, Chester Rig is free to enter.
- How do I get to Chester Rig?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode ML12 6JF. It sits within the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale parliamentary constituency.