Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland
Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig
In or near Edinburgh.
Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig is a public sculpture in Scotland Central, United Kingdom, dating from 1922. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.
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Place summary
The Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig, is a public art installation located in central Scotland. Established in 1922, it commemorates the military leader known for his role during World War I.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9489, -3.2017
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH1 2NG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Established
- 1922
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.8 km
- Opening
- Apr-Sep: Mo-Su 09:45-17:45; Oct-Mar: Mo-Su 09:45-16:45
- Official site
- www.nms.ac.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17813234 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig?
- Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 2NG).
- What is Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig?
- Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 2NG.
- When was Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig built?
- Built or established in 1922.
- Is Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig free to visit?
- Yes, Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig is free to enter.
- How do I get to Equestrian statue of Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 2NG.