Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Colinton Parish War Memorial
In or near Juniper Green.
Colinton Parish War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Anne Burgess — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Kingsknowe · 1.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Colinton Parish War Memorial is a memorial 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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Official information
The Colinton Parish War Memorial features a bronze statue of Robert Louis Stevenson as a boy, accompanied by his skye terrier, Coolin. The statue is located in a small garden outside the Colinton Parish Church and was unveiled in October 2013, celebrating the author's childhood connections to the area.
Place summary
Colinton Parish War Memorial is located in central Scotland. This memorial serves as a tribute to those who served in conflicts, commemorating the sacrifices made by the local community.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9084, -3.2558
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH13 0LF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh South West
- Nearest railway station
- Kingsknowe — 1.3 km
- Official site
- www.colinton-conservation.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/1066382472 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Colinton Parish War Memorial?
- Colinton Parish War Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH13 0LF).
- What is Colinton Parish War Memorial?
- Colinton Parish War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Colinton Parish War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Kingsknowe, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH13 0LF.
- Is Colinton Parish War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Colinton Parish War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Colinton Parish War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Kingsknowe, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH13 0LF.