Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Mercat Cross Memorial
In or near Danderhall.
Mercat Cross Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Jennifer Petrie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Eskbank · 1.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Mercat Cross Memorial 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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Official information
Dalkeith Museum showcases the rich history and heritage of Dalkeith through various exhibitions, display cases, and historical artifacts. Visitors can explore topics such as local industry, wartime contributions, and notable historical figures associated with the town.
Place summary
The Mercat Cross Memorial is located in central Scotland. This memorial serves as a historic symbol of the market rights granted to burghs in Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8954, -3.0680
- District
- Midlothian
- Postcode
- EH22 1BP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Midlothian
- Phone
- +44 131 663 4683
- Nearest railway station
- Eskbank — 1.8 km
- Opening
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10.30am–3.30pm; Saturdays 10.30am–3.30pm
- Official site
- dalkeithhistorysociety.co.uk
Sources
- osm: node/13049743646 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Mercat Cross Memorial?
- Mercat Cross Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH22 1BP).
- What is Mercat Cross Memorial?
- Mercat Cross Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Mercat Cross Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Eskbank, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH22 1BP.
- Is Mercat Cross Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Mercat Cross Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Mercat Cross Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Eskbank, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH22 1BP.