Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Craigmuir Mote, dun site
In or near Coylton.
Craigmuir Mote, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
John Firth — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ayr · 5.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Craigmuir Mote, dun site is a archaeological located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Craigmuir Mote is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. It features a motte, a type of earthwork fortification typical of the medieval period. The site is of historical significance, reflecting the region's feudal past.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.4108, -4.6274
- District
- South Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA7 4EE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- Nearest railway station
- Ayr — 5.3 km
Sources
- osm: node/12913442271 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Craigmuir Mote, dun site?
- Craigmuir Mote, dun site is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA7 4EE).
- What is Craigmuir Mote, dun site?
- Craigmuir Mote, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Craigmuir Mote, dun site?
- The nearest railway station is Ayr, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA7 4EE.
- Is Craigmuir Mote, dun site free to visit?
- Yes, Craigmuir Mote, dun site is free to enter.
- How do I get to Craigmuir Mote, dun site?
- The nearest railway station is Ayr, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA7 4EE.