Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Gallow Hillock Stone
In or near Torphins.
Gallow Hillock Stone — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Alan Findlay — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Riverside Halt · 2.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Gallow Hillock Stone is a archaeological located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Banchory Museum offers insights into the archaeological history of Royal Deeside and showcases the area's musical heritage. Visitors can engage with interactive exhibits and learn about local wildlife, making it a family-friendly destination.
Place summary
Gallow Hillock Stone is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features a significant stone of historical interest, although specific details about its era or designation are not provided.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 57.0532, -2.4998
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB31 5UR
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
- Phone
- 01467 536544
- Nearest railway station
- Riverside Halt — 2.7 km
- Opening
- Monday 10am - 4.30pm; Tuesday 10am - 5.30pm; Thursday 10am - 5.30pm; Saturday 11am - 1.30pm; closed Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
- Official site
- www.livelifeaberdeenshire.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/13301267477 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gallow Hillock Stone?
- Gallow Hillock Stone is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB31 5UR).
- What is Gallow Hillock Stone?
- Gallow Hillock Stone — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gallow Hillock Stone?
- The nearest railway station is Riverside Halt, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB31 5UR.
- Is Gallow Hillock Stone free to visit?
- Yes, Gallow Hillock Stone is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gallow Hillock Stone?
- The nearest railway station is Riverside Halt, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB31 5UR.