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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands

Gallows Knowe

In or near Stracathro.

Free admission

Gallows Knowe — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Hoverfies on marigolds at House of Dun - geograph.org.uk - 1438266

Gwen and James Anderson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Bridge of Dun · 1.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Gallows Knowe 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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Place summary

Gallows Knowe is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features significant historical remains, offering insights into ancient settlement patterns and practices in the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
56.7264, -2.5395
District
Angus
Postcode
DD10 9LQ
Parliamentary constituency
Angus and Perthshire Glens
Nearest railway station
Bridge of Dun1.1 km
Official site
ancientmonuments.uk

Sources

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Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands

House of Dun

House of Dun — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

Free🐕👶wikipedia.org
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Old Parish Church, Dun

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Dun Old Kirk

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William Henry Kennedy Erskine of Dun Memorial

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Where to eat & stay near Gallows Knowe

Places to stay

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Lunan Bay Information Sign - geograph.org.uk - 5635973📷 5

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Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands

Ecclesgreig Holiday Park

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Caravan parks · Scottish Highlands

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands

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The Corn Exchange

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Sugar and Spice - geograph.org.uk - 4560569📷 5

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3-5 High Street, Arbroath

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Forfar - East High Street - geograph.org.uk - 5211629📷 5

Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gallows Knowe?
Gallows Knowe is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode DD10 9LQ).
What is Gallows Knowe?
Gallows Knowe — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Gallows Knowe?
The nearest railway station is Bridge of Dun, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode DD10 9LQ.
Is Gallows Knowe free to visit?
Yes, Gallows Knowe is free to enter.
How do I get to Gallows Knowe?
The nearest railway station is Bridge of Dun, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DD10 9LQ.