Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
High Possil Meteorite Memorial
In or near Glasgow.
High Possil Meteorite Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Richard Sutcliffe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Gilshochill · 1.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
High Possil Meteorite Memorial is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Possil Marsh is a nature reserve featuring a shallow freshwater loch surrounded by marsh, swamp, and fen. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including rare plants and migratory birds, making it a popular spot for birdwatching and enjoying natural scenery.
Place summary
The High Possil Meteorite Memorial is located in central Scotland. It commemorates the 1985 meteorite that fell in the area, marking a significant event in Scottish meteorological history.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9050, -4.2673
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G23 5HB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow North
- Nearest railway station
- Gilshochill — 1.3 km
- Official site
- scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/4698063981 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is High Possil Meteorite Memorial?
- High Possil Meteorite Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G23 5HB).
- What is High Possil Meteorite Memorial?
- High Possil Meteorite Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to High Possil Meteorite Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Gilshochill, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode G23 5HB.
- Is High Possil Meteorite Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, High Possil Meteorite Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to High Possil Meteorite Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Gilshochill, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G23 5HB.