Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Queen Mother's Shell House
In or near Edinburgh.
Queen Mother's Shell House — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Derek Harper — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 2.1 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Queen Mother's Shell House 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
Queen Mother's Shell House is a notable feature within the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. It showcases a unique collection of shell-themed art and architecture, providing visitors with a glimpse into the creative use of natural materials.
Place summary
Queen Mother's Shell House is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, highlighting her significance in British history. The structure’s design and purpose reflect the cultural heritage of the region.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.9672, -3.2102
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH3 5QD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 2.1 km
- Official site
- www.rbge.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/131188230 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Queen Mother's Shell House?
- Queen Mother's Shell House is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH3 5QD).
- What is Queen Mother's Shell House?
- Queen Mother's Shell House — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Queen Mother's Shell House?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH3 5QD.
- Is Queen Mother's Shell House free to visit?
- Yes, Queen Mother's Shell House is free to enter.
- How do I get to Queen Mother's Shell House?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH3 5QD.