Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial
In or near Ayton.
Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Jim Smillie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Reston · 6.9 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Eyemouth Museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the fishing and social heritage of Eyemouth. Visitors can explore exhibits that highlight local history, including the Eyemouth Fishing Disaster of 1881, and enjoy a variety of historical prints and artifacts.
Place summary
The Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial is located in central Scotland. It commemorates the tragic loss of fishermen during a storm in 1881. The memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the dangers faced by those in the fishing industry.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.8728, -2.0893
- District
- Scottish Borders
- Postcode
- TD14 5JE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
- Nearest railway station
- Reston — 6.9 km
- Opening
- Daily 11am–4pm; closed 24–26 Dec
- Official site
- eyemouthmuseum.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/5282954249 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial?
- Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode TD14 5JE).
- What is Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial?
- Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Reston, about 6.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode TD14 5JE.
- Is Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Eyemouth Fishing Disaster Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Reston, about 6.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TD14 5JE.