Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Peden Monument
In or near Auchinleck.
Peden Monument — a memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
John Firth — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Auchinleck · 2.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Peden Monument is a memorial located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Baird Institute is a cultural venue in Cumnock, showcasing a collection of Mauchline Ware, Cumnock Pottery, and local history materials. It features exhibitions of contemporary art and hosts community workshops, making it a hub for both visitors and locals.
Place summary
Peden Monument is a memorial located in the Scottish Lowlands. It commemorates the life and contributions of John Peden, a notable figure in the Covenanter movement. The monument stands as a testament to the region's religious history.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.4554, -4.2623
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA18 1PG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- Phone
- 01290 427084
- Nearest railway station
- Auchinleck — 2.7 km
- Opening
- Thursday 12.30pm – 4.40pm & 5pm – 8.00pm; Friday 10.00am-4.00pm; Saturday 10.00am-4.00pm; closed Sunday–Wednesday
- Official site
- eastayrshireleisure.com
Sources
- osm: node/13049950525 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Peden Monument?
- Peden Monument is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA18 1PG).
- What is Peden Monument?
- Peden Monument — a memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Peden Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA18 1PG.
- Is Peden Monument free to visit?
- Yes, Peden Monument is free to enter.
- How do I get to Peden Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA18 1PG.