Battlefields & battle sites · Scottish Highlands
Dovecot Wood
In or near Potterton.
Dovecot Wood in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.

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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
- District
- Aberdeen City
- Postcode
- AB21 7LB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Aberdeen North
- Nearest railway station
- Dyce — 1.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q24658690 (CC0)
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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.