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Canal locks · Scottish Highlands

Dochgarroch Lock

In or near Inverness.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Dochgarroch Lock — architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK.

Dochgarroch Lock, canal locks in Scottish Highlands

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Inverness · 7.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Dochgarroch Lock is a place of interest in the Scottish Highlands. Officially recognised as scheduled monument. It sits within the Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Inverness, about 7.1 km away. Postcode area IV3.

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Place summary

Dochgarroch Lock is a lock located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode IV3. It is designated as a scheduled monument, highlighting its historical significance in the region.

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Coordinates
57.4330, -4.3025
District
Highland
Postcode
IV3 8JG
Parliamentary constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
Nearest railway station
Inverness7.1 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Dochgarroch Lock?
Dochgarroch Lock is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV3 8JG).
What is Dochgarroch Lock?
Dochgarroch Lock — architectural structure in Highland, Scotland, UK.
How do I get to Dochgarroch Lock?
The nearest railway station is Inverness, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV3 8JG.
Is Dochgarroch Lock a listed building?
Dochgarroch Lock is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
Is Dochgarroch Lock free to visit?
Yes, Dochgarroch Lock is free to enter.
How do I get to Dochgarroch Lock?
The nearest railway station is Inverness, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV3 8JG.