Archaeological sites · North West England
Dundrennan Abbey 1142-1606
In or near Twynholm.
Dundrennan Abbey 1142-1606 — a archaeological site in scotland lowlands.
Billy McCrorie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
About
Dundrennan Abbey 1142-1606 is a named archaeological site in scotland lowlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Dundrennan Abbey, located in the Scottish Lowlands, is an archaeological site established between 1142 and 1606. It is known for its impressive remains of a Cistercian monastery, which reflects the architectural style of the period. The site offers insight into monastic life and the historical significance of religious institutions in Scotland. Visitors can explore the ruins and appreciate the landscape surrounding this significant historical location.
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- Coordinates
- 54.8067, -3.9474
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG6 4QH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
Sources
- manual: geonames-11497741 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dundrennan Abbey 1142-1606?
- Dundrennan Abbey 1142-1606 is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG6 4QH).
- What is Dundrennan Abbey 1142-1606?
- Dundrennan Abbey 1142-1606 — a archaeological site in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Dundrennan Abbey 1142-1606?
- Drivers can use postcode DG6 4QH.
- How do I get to Dundrennan Abbey 1142-1606?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG6 4QH. It sits within the Dumfries and Galloway parliamentary constituency.