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The Great Britain Guide

Battlefields & battle sites · Scottish Highlands

Dovecot Wood

In or near Potterton.

Free admission

Dovecot Wood in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.

Pipeline bridge over the River Don - geograph.org.uk - 1832482

JThomas — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Dyce · 1.5 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Dovecot Wood is a registered historic battlefield in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom. Britain's battlefields range from the medieval clashes of the Wars of the Roses to the Civil War sieges and the 1745 Jacobite Rising at Culloden — most are open landscapes with interpretive trails and battle-monument markers.

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Place summary

Dovecot Wood is a battlefield site located in the Scottish Highlands. It is recognised for its historical significance, although specific details about the events that took place are not provided. The area is notable within the context of Scotland's military history.

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Coordinates
57.2140, -2.1726
Postcode
AB21 7LB
Parliamentary constituency
Aberdeen North
Nearest railway station
Dyce1.5 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Dovecot Wood?
Dovecot Wood is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB21 7LB).
What is Dovecot Wood?
Dovecot Wood in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Dovecot Wood?
The nearest railway station is Dyce, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB21 7LB.
Is Dovecot Wood free to visit?
Yes, Dovecot Wood is free to enter.
How do I get to Dovecot Wood?
The nearest railway station is Dyce, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB21 7LB.