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The Great Britain Guide

Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland

Colonel Gardiner Memorial

In or near Macmerry.

Free admission

Colonel Gardiner Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Colonel Gardiner's house (Bankton) from his monument - geograph.org.uk - 1961795

kim traynor — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Prestonpans · 0.3 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Colonel Gardiner 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.

Photo gallery

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Place summary

The Colonel Gardiner Memorial is a commemorative structure located in central Scotland. It honours Colonel John Gardiner, a notable figure in the local history. The memorial is situated on the site of his death, serving as a historical marker in the region.

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Coordinates
55.9535, -2.9713
District
East Lothian
Postcode
EH32 9ET
Parliamentary constituency
Lothian East
Nearest railway station
Prestonpans0.3 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Colonel Gardiner Memorial?
Colonel Gardiner Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH32 9ET).
What is Colonel Gardiner Memorial?
Colonel Gardiner Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Colonel Gardiner Memorial?
The nearest railway station is Prestonpans, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH32 9ET.
Is Colonel Gardiner Memorial free to visit?
Yes, Colonel Gardiner Memorial is free to enter.
How do I get to Colonel Gardiner Memorial?
The nearest railway station is Prestonpans, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH32 9ET.