Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Dalmellington Motte
In or near Bellsbank.
Dalmellington Motte — archaeological in scotland lowlands.
Humphrey Bolton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Dalmellington Motte is a archaeological located in scotland lowlands. A British archaeological site recorded in OpenStreetMap with at least one heritage quality signal (Wikidata link, Wikipedia article or designated operator).
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Place summary
Dalmellington Motte is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. This earthwork motte is a remnant of medieval fortifications, characterised by its raised mound and surrounding ditch. It offers insight into the region's historical landscape and defensive structures. Visitors can explore the site and consider its significance within the context of Scottish history.
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- Coordinates
- 55.3228, -4.3941
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA6 7QZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
Sources
- osm: w1491132160 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q56664253 (CC0)
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Dalmellington Motte
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Old Kirkyard and Craigengillan Mausoleum, Church Hill, Dalmellington — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Doon Tavern, High Street, Dalmellington
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Mineworkers of the Doon Valley Memorial
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Dalmellington War Memorial
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Kirk of The Covenant, Knowehead, Dalmellington
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dalmellington Motte?
- Dalmellington Motte is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA6 7QZ).
- What is Dalmellington Motte?
- Dalmellington Motte — archaeological in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Dalmellington Motte?
- Drivers can use postcode KA6 7QZ.
- How do I get to Dalmellington Motte?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KA6 7QZ. It sits within the Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock parliamentary constituency.