Archaeological sites · North West England
Heron Island
In or near Glenluce.
Heron Island — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Andy Farrington — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Stranraer · 5.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Heron Island is a archaeological located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Heron Island is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is notable for its prehistoric significance, providing insights into past human activity in the region. The site contributes to the understanding of ancient settlements and cultural practices in Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 54.9097, -4.9436
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG9 8SJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Nearest railway station
- Stranraer — 5.2 km
Sources
- osm: way/1121896417 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Heron Island?
- Heron Island is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG9 8SJ).
- What is Heron Island?
- Heron Island — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Heron Island?
- The nearest railway station is Stranraer, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode DG9 8SJ.
- Is Heron Island free to visit?
- Yes, Heron Island is free to enter.
- How do I get to Heron Island?
- The nearest railway station is Stranraer, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DG9 8SJ.