Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh
In or near Whitecraig.
Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Richard Webb — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Wallyford · 2.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower at Loretto School is located at postcode EH21 7SW. The nearest railway station is Wallyford, which is 2 km away. Entry to the site is free.
About
Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB38337). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 15/05/1985 Local Authority East Lothian Planning Authority East Lothian Burgh Musselburgh NGR NT 34739 72904 Coordinates 334739, 672904 — 18th century, flat roofed and crenellated doocot tower, rubble with string course and oculus containing electric clockface. Commemorative plaque below string course.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
Musselburgh Museum showcases the rich history of Musselburgh from Roman times to the present. Visitors can explore various displays that highlight the town's working, domestic, and social life, along with themed exhibitions that change annually.
Place summary
The Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower is located at Loretto School on Linkfield Road in Musselburgh, central Scotland. This structure is designated as a category B listed building, highlighting its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9447, -3.0465
- District
- East Lothian
- Postcode
- EH21 7SW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Phone
- 0131 665 6642
- Nearest railway station
- Wallyford — 2 km
- Opening
- Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10.30am–4pm
- Official site
- www.musselburghmuseum.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17809823 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh?
- Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH21 7SW).
- What is Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh?
- Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Wallyford, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH21 7SW.
- Is Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh a listed building?
- Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh free to visit?
- Yes, Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh is free to enter.
- How do I get to Dovecot and Memorial Clock Tower, Loretto School, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Wallyford, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH21 7SW.