Archaeological sites · North West England
Kirkcudbright Motte
In or near Twynholm.
Kirkcudbright Motte — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Kirkcudbright Motte 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
Kirkcudbright Motte is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. This historic earthwork is a remnant of medieval fortifications, typically associated with motte-and-bailey castles. Its significance lies in its representation of feudal power structures in the area during the Middle Ages.
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- Coordinates
- 54.8373, -4.0520
- District
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Postcode
- DG6 4LD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dumfries and Galloway
- Phone
- +44 1557 331 856
- Opening
- Mo-Su 09:30-17:30; Oct-Mar off
- Official site
- www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: node/13669281700 (ODbL)
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Kirkcudbright Galleries
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Kirkcudbright Bridge
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kirkcudbright Motte?
- Kirkcudbright Motte is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DG6 4LD).
- What is Kirkcudbright Motte?
- Kirkcudbright Motte — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Kirkcudbright Motte?
- Drivers can use postcode DG6 4LD.
- Is Kirkcudbright Motte free to visit?
- Yes, Kirkcudbright Motte is free to enter.
- How do I get to Kirkcudbright Motte?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DG6 4LD. It sits within the Dumfries and Galloway parliamentary constituency.