Archaeological sites · Scottish Lowlands
Laigh Kyleston, dun site
In or near Coylton.
Laigh Kyleston, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
Billy McCrorie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Ayr · 5.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Laigh Kyleston, dun site 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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Official information
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Place summary
Laigh Kyleston is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Lowlands. It features remnants of a dun, a type of fortified settlement typical of the Iron Age. The site provides insight into early Scottish habitation and fortification practices.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.4298, -4.6959
- District
- South Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA7 4LD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- Nearest railway station
- Ayr — 5.4 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; last admission at 4pm
- Official site
- www.headsofayrtickets.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/12913421835 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Laigh Kyleston, dun site?
- Laigh Kyleston, dun site is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA7 4LD).
- What is Laigh Kyleston, dun site?
- Laigh Kyleston, dun site — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Laigh Kyleston, dun site?
- The nearest railway station is Ayr, about 5.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA7 4LD.
- Is Laigh Kyleston, dun site free to visit?
- Yes, Laigh Kyleston, dun site is free to enter.
- How do I get to Laigh Kyleston, dun site?
- The nearest railway station is Ayr, about 5.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA7 4LD.