Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain
In or near Strathkinness.
Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

Stanley Howe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Leuchars · 6.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain 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 Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates Lyon Playfair, a notable figure in the field of science and education. The fountain serves as a tribute to his contributions, though further details on its design and history are not provided.
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- Coordinates
- 56.3432, -2.8025
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY16 9JD
- Parliamentary constituency
- North East Fife
- Nearest railway station
- Leuchars — 6.6 km
- Official site
- martyrsmonument.standrews.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/12946776860 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain?
- Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY16 9JD).
- What is Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain?
- Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain?
- The nearest railway station is Leuchars, about 6.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY16 9JD.
- Is Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain free to visit?
- Yes, Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain is free to enter.
- How do I get to Lyon Playfair Memorial Fountain?
- The nearest railway station is Leuchars, about 6.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY16 9JD.