Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Fossil tree
In or near Edinburgh.
Fossil tree — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Robin Webster — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 2.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Fossil tree is a other located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Photo gallery
See it from the streetimagery from 2019
Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0
Official information
The Fossil Tree is a unique geological feature located in a garden setting. Visitors can explore the ancient fossilized remains of a tree, providing insight into the natural history of the area.
Place summary
The Fossil Tree is located in central Scotland. This geological site features a well-preserved fossilised tree, providing insight into ancient ecosystems. It represents significant palaeontological interest in the region.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.9667, -3.2084
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH3 5QJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 2 km
- Official site
- www.rbge.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/3787799663 (ODbL)
Other places nearby
Fossil Garden
Gardens · 0.0 km
Victorian Palm House
Historic houses · 0.0 km
Linnaeus Monument
Memorials & monuments · 0.1 km
Alpine Garden
Gardens · 0.1 km
Azalea Lawn
Natural landmarks · 0.1 km
The Permanence of Fragility
Public art & sculpture · 0.1 km
Queen Mother's Shell House
Memorials & monuments · 0.1 km
Queen Mothers Memorial Garden
Gardens · 0.1 km
Herbaceous Border and Beech Hedge
Natural landmarks · 0.2 km
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Botanic gardens · 0.2 km
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Botanic gardens · 0.2 km
The Harp to Aeolus
Natural landmarks · 0.2 km
Nearby
📷 3Gardens · Central Scotland
Fossil Garden
Fossil Garden — a garden in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Historic houses · Central Scotland
Victorian Palm House
Victorian Palm House — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Linnaeus Monument
Linnaeus Monument — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Gardens · Central Scotland
Alpine Garden
Alpine Garden — a garden in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Azalea Lawn
Azalea Lawn — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland
The Permanence of Fragility
The Permanence of Fragility — a public art in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Fossil tree
Places to stay
📷 5Hostels · Central Scotland
Just Sleep Hostel
Just Sleep Hostel — a hostel in scotland central.
📷 6
📷 5Hotels · Central Scotland
Frederick House Hotel
Frederick House Hotel — a hotel in scotland central.
📷 5
📷 5Hostels · Central Scotland
Missionaries of Charity
Missionaries of Charity — a hostel in scotland central.
📷 5Places to eat & drink
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Hamilton's Bar & Kitchen
Hamilton's Bar & Kitchen in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Kay's Bar
Kay's Bar in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Public House, 1, 3 East London Street, Edinburgh
Public House, 1, 3 East London Street, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 6Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Starbank Arms, 62-64 Laverockbank Road, Edinburgh
Starbank Arms, 62-64 Laverockbank Road, Edinburgh in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5
📷 5Restaurants · Central Scotland
The Dome Bar and Grill
The Dome Bar and Grill — a restaurant in scotland central.
More natural landmarks in this region
📷 4Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Blackadder Water
Blackadder Water in England North East, United Kingdom.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
A6105 road
A6105 road in England North East, United Kingdom.
📷 3
📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Fossil tree?
- Fossil tree is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH3 5QJ).
- What is Fossil tree?
- Fossil tree — a other in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Fossil tree?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH3 5QJ.
- Is Fossil tree free to visit?
- Yes, Fossil tree is free to enter.
- How do I get to Fossil tree?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH3 5QJ.