Literary houses · Scottish Highlands
Colliston Castle
In or near Friockheim.
Colliston Castle — a literary house museum in scotland highlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Arbroath · 6.0 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Colliston Castle is a literary house museum located in scotland highlands. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. castle in Angus, Scotland, UK
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Place summary
Colliston Castle is a literary house located in the Scottish Highlands. It is notable for its historical significance and connection to literary figures. The castle's architecture and setting reflect the region's cultural heritage. Visitors can explore the grounds and appreciate the landscape that inspired various works of literature.
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- Coordinates
- 56.6080, -2.6328
- District
- Angus
- Postcode
- DD11 3RS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Arbroath and Broughty Ferry
- Nearest railway station
- Arbroath — 6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q5147520 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Colliston Castle?
- Colliston Castle is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode DD11 3RS).
- What is Colliston Castle?
- Colliston Castle — a literary house museum in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Colliston Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Arbroath, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode DD11 3RS.
- How do I get to Colliston Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Arbroath, about 6.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DD11 3RS.