Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Gallows Knowe
In or near Stracathro.
Gallows Knowe — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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 Dun — 1.1 km
- Official site
- ancientmonuments.uk
Sources
- osm: way/814150451 (ODbL)
Other places nearby

Den of Dun Bridge
Historic bridges · 0.2 km

House of Dun
Natural landmarks · 0.3 km

Old Parish Church, Dun
Historic churches · 0.4 km

Dun Old Kirk
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Legend of Dun Sword
Public art & sculpture · 0.6 km

William Henry Kennedy Erskine of Dun Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.8 km

Dun Parish Church
Historic churches · 0.8 km

Bridge of Dun
Historic bridges · 1.4 km

Bridge, Gilrivie
Historic bridges · 1.5 km

Duns Dish
Lakes · 1.8 km

Burnside Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 1.9 km

Barnhead Bridge
Historic bridges · 1.9 km
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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.