Historic bridges · Central Scotland
Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle
In or near Bankfoot.
Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle — category A listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–30 min
- Nearest railway station
- Dunkeld and Birnam · 3.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Roman Bridge at Birnam Burn, the nearest railway station is Dunkeld and Birnam, located 3.3 km away. Entry is free, and the postcode for your sat-nav is PH8 0JA.
About
Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle is a category A listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB11145). 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 A Group Category Details 100000020 - See Notes Date Added 05/10/1971 Local Authority Perth And Kinross Planning Authority Perth And Kinross Parish Little Dunkeld NGR NO 05703 39536 Coordinates 305703, 739536 — 6-arch over deep ravine in Roman aqueduct manner: rustic masonry: heavy corbelled refuge at each spandril, crenellated parapet and wide approaches. Mid 19th cent. — B group with Bridge over Birnam Burn to South of Roman Bridge.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Roman Bridge at Birnam Burn, located in the Scottish Highlands, is a category A listed building. This bridge is notable for its historical significance and architectural integrity, serving as a prominent feature in the landscape surrounding Murthly Castle.
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- Coordinates
- 56.5383, -3.5350
- District
- Perth and Kinross
- Postcode
- PH8 0JA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Angus and Perthshire Glens
- Nearest railway station
- Dunkeld and Birnam — 3.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17570891 (CC0)
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Windmills · 1.3 km
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Castles · 1.5 km
Kemp's Hold
Vineyards · 1.5 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle?
- Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PH8 0JA).
- What is Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle?
- Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle — category A listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Dunkeld and Birnam, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode PH8 0JA.
- Is Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle a listed building?
- Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle is officially recognised as category A listed building listed.
- Is Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle free to visit?
- Yes, Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle is free to enter.
- How do I get to Roman Bridge, Birnam Burn, Murthly Castle?
- The nearest railway station is Dunkeld and Birnam, about 3.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PH8 0JA.