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The Great Britain Guide

Follies · Central Scotland

Patrick Fraser Tytler

In or near Edinburgh.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair accessible

Patrick Fraser Tytler is a folly in the United Kingdom.

Covenanters Prison, Greyfriars Kirkyard - geograph.org.uk - 1351472

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley · 0.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Patrick Fraser Tytler 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 Edinburgh East and Musselburgh parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Postcode area EH1.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2020

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

Greyfriars Kirk is a historic church in Edinburgh, known for its rich history spanning over 400 years. Visitors can explore the Kirk, enjoy a self-guided tour, and participate in various events held throughout the year.

Place summary

Patrick Fraser Tytler is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode EH1. This structure is notable for its association with the historian Patrick Fraser Tytler, reflecting the 19th-century trend of constructing decorative buildings in landscape gardens.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
55.9459, -3.1926
Postcode
EH1 2QL
Parliamentary constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
Phone
+44 131 225 1900
Nearest railway station
Edinburgh Waverley0.7 km
Opening
Monday – Friday 10:30am–4:30pm; Saturday 12:00pm–4:00pm (April – October); closed for general visiting many days in August.
Official site
greyfriarskirk.com

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Patrick Fraser Tytler?
Patrick Fraser Tytler is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 2QL).
What is Patrick Fraser Tytler?
Patrick Fraser Tytler is a folly in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Patrick Fraser Tytler?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 2QL.
Is Patrick Fraser Tytler free to visit?
Yes, Patrick Fraser Tytler is free to enter.
How do I get to Patrick Fraser Tytler?
The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 2QL.