Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Magnus the Viking
In or near Skelmorlie.
Magnus the Viking — Monument, dating to 2013.
Colin Park — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Largs · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Magnus the Viking is a public memorial in the Scottish Highlands, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the North Ayrshire and Arran parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Largs, about 0.5 km away. Postcode area KA30.
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Official information
Largs & District Museum showcases local history and heritage, including guided tours of the museum and the nearby Old Graveyard. Visitors can explore significant historical sites such as the Skelmorlie Aisle and the mausoleum of Sir Thomas Makdougall Brisbane.
Place summary
Magnus the Viking is a memorial located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode KA30. It commemorates the historical significance of Viking heritage in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7972, -4.8695
- District
- North Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA30 8LG
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Ayrshire and Arran
- Phone
- 07712039155
- Nearest railway station
- Largs — 0.5 km
Sources
- osm: n13326278456 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Magnus the Viking?
- Magnus the Viking is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA30 8LG).
- What is Magnus the Viking?
- Magnus the Viking — Monument, dating to 2013.
- How do I get to Magnus the Viking?
- The nearest railway station is Largs, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA30 8LG.
- Is Magnus the Viking free to visit?
- Yes, Magnus the Viking is free to enter.
- How do I get to Magnus the Viking?
- The nearest railway station is Largs, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA30 8LG.