Where is motte & bailey 1600m N of Abington?

motte & bailey 1600m N of Abington is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode ML12 6RG).

How do I get to motte & bailey 1600m N of Abington?

Drivers can use postcode ML12 6RG.

How do I get to motte & bailey 1600m N of Abington?

Drivers can navigate to postcode ML12 6RG. It sits within the Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale parliamentary constituency.

Literary houses · Scottish Lowlands

motte & bailey 1600m N of Abington

In or near Leadhills.

♿ Wheelchair accessible

motte & bailey 1600m N of Abington — a literary house museum in scotland central.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 1 h–1.5 h

Wheelchair accessible

motte & bailey 1600m N of Abington is a literary house museum located in scotland central. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. architectural structure in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, UK

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Place summary

The motte and bailey located 1600m north of Abington in central Scotland is a historical earthwork fortification. This site exemplifies the typical design of medieval castles, featuring a raised mound (motte) and an enclosed courtyard (bailey). Its significance lies in its representation of early feudal society in Scotland. The site offers a glimpse into the region's past, though it remains largely unexcavated.

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Coordinates: 55.5070, -3.6920
District: South Lanarkshire
Postcode: ML12 6RG
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale

Sources

wikidata: Q56665889 (CC0)

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