Other places · Central Scotland
Robert Fergusson
In or near Edinburgh.
Robert Fergusson — Public artwork (statue).
John Lord — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.7 km
- Free entry
About
Robert Fergusson is a place of interest in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Public artwork (statue).". Coordinates: 55.9516°, -3.1794°.
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Official information
The site features the statue and grave of the poet Robert Fergusson, who was influential during the Scottish Enlightenment. His headstone in Canongate Kirkyard was designed by Robert Burns, who also wrote the epitaph. Visitors can learn about Fergusson's life and his impact on Scottish poetry.
Place summary
Robert Fergusson is located in central Scotland, specifically in the EH8 postcode area. He was a notable Scottish poet of the 18th century, recognised for his influence on later writers, including Robert Burns. His contributions to literature are commemorated through various memorials and cultural references in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9516, -3.1794
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH8 8DD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Phone
- +44 131 529 4057
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.7 km
- Opening
- Mo-Sa 10:00-17:00
- Official site
- curiousedinburgh.org
Sources
- osm: n60133881 (ODbL)
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- Where is Robert Fergusson?
- Robert Fergusson is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH8 8DD).
- What is Robert Fergusson?
- Robert Fergusson — Public artwork (statue).
- How do I get to Robert Fergusson?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH8 8DD.
- How do I get to Robert Fergusson?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH8 8DD.