Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Dalry Motte
Dalry Motte — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Dalry Motte 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
Dalry Motte is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. This earthwork features a large motte, which is a raised earthwork typically associated with medieval fortifications. Its significance lies in its representation of early feudal power structures in Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 55.1065, -4.1663
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG7 3SW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Phone
- 01376 55 60 60
- Official site
- www.covenanter.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/320437278 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dalry Motte?
- Dalry Motte is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG7 3SW).
- What is Dalry Motte?
- Dalry Motte — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Dalry Motte?
- Drivers can use postcode DG7 3SW.
- Is Dalry Motte free to visit?
- Yes, Dalry Motte is free to enter.
- How do I get to Dalry Motte?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG7 3SW. It sits within the Dumfries and Galloway parliamentary constituency.