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Historic houses · South Wales

Cottage Ruin

In or near Lavernock.

♿ Wheelchair: limited👪 Family-friendly

Cottage Ruin — a historic house in South Wales, United Kingdom.

War Department Boundary Stone No1 - geograph.org.uk - 6204942

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Weston-super-Mare · 9.3 km
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Cottage Ruin is a historic house located in South Wales, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Steep Holm SSSI
  • Ramsar wetland: Severn Estuary

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Cottage Ruin is a historic house located in South Wales. It is recognised for its architectural significance and remains a notable example of early rural building styles. The site provides insight into the region's historical development.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.3398, -3.1050
Nearest railway station
Weston-super-Mare — 9.3 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cottage Ruin?
Cottage Ruin is in South Wales, United Kingdom.
What is Cottage Ruin?
Cottage Ruin — a historic house in South Wales, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Cottage Ruin?
The nearest railway station is Weston-super-Mare, about 9.3 km away. The nearest town is Lavernock. Its coordinates are 51.3398°, -3.1050°.
Is Cottage Ruin a protected site?
Yes — Cottage Ruin is part of the Steep Holm SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Severn Estuary Ramsar wetland.