Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres
In or near Kinloss.
Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Forres · 1.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Nelson's Monument in Cluny Hills, Forres, the nearest railway station is Forres, which is 1.4 km away. Entry to the monument is free. The postcode for navigation is IV36 3BT.
About
Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB31631). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 26/01/1971 Local Authority Moray Planning Authority Moray Burgh Forres NGR NJ 04455 59065 Coordinates 304455, 859065 — Charles Stewart, 1806. Restored after fire, John Forrest, 1900. Tall octagonal 4-storey tower approximately 70' high. Harled, ashlar margins. Simple Gothic windows and door; corbelled and crenellated parapet; spout gargoyles; flag- staff. 4 plaques commemorate the Battle of The Nile (1798), Copenhagen (1801), Trafalgar (1805) and that the tower was built by public subscription. — Over doorway: CONDITA AERAE D SINCLAIR INSPECTORE C STEWART ARCHITECTO A SMITH OPIFICE Appears on Wood's map of 1823 with spire. Former Item 16 (1983 Revised List)
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
Nelson's Monument is a memorial located in the Cluny Hills of Forres in the Scottish Highlands. This category B listed building commemorates Admiral Lord Nelson and stands as a notable landmark in the area.
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- Coordinates
- 57.6114, -3.6008
- District
- Moray
- Postcode
- IV36 3BT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
- Nearest railway station
- Forres — 1.4 km
- Opening
- Apr-Sep Mo-Su 14:00-16:00
Sources
- wikidata: Q17826296 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres?
- Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV36 3BT).
- What is Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres?
- Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres?
- The nearest railway station is Forres, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV36 3BT.
- Is Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres a listed building?
- Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres free to visit?
- Yes, Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres is free to enter.
- How do I get to Nelson's Monument, Cluny Hills, Forres?
- The nearest railway station is Forres, about 1.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV36 3BT.