Follies · Central Scotland
Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson
In or near Glasgow.
Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson is a folly in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- High Street · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson is a folly in central Scotland — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the Glasgow North East parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is High Street, about 0.7 km away. Postcode area G31.
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Place summary
The Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode G31. It is notable for its unique design and its association with William Rae Wilson, a prominent figure in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8631, -4.2312
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G31 2AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow North East
- Nearest railway station
- High Street — 0.7 km
Sources
- osm: w387429613 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson?
- Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G31 2AA).
- What is Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson?
- Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson is a folly in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson?
- The nearest railway station is High Street, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode G31 2AA.
- Is Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson free to visit?
- Yes, Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson is free to enter.
- How do I get to Mausoleum of William Rae Wilson?
- The nearest railway station is High Street, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G31 2AA.