Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
James Borthwick Monument
In or near Edinburgh.
James Borthwick Monument — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Stephen McKay — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
James Borthwick Monument 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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Place summary
The James Borthwick Monument is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates James Borthwick, a notable figure in the area. The monument stands as a testament to local history and heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.9466, -3.1918
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH1 2QQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.6 km
- Opening
- 24/7
Sources
- osm: node/4353585965 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is James Borthwick Monument?
- James Borthwick Monument is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 2QQ).
- What is James Borthwick Monument?
- James Borthwick Monument — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to James Borthwick Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 2QQ.
- Is James Borthwick Monument free to visit?
- Yes, James Borthwick Monument is free to enter.
- How do I get to James Borthwick Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 2QQ.