Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Scottish War Poets' War Memorial
In or near Edinburgh.
Scottish War Poets' War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Alan Murray-Rust — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Scottish War Poets' War Memorial 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
The Writers' Museum is dedicated to the lives of three prominent Scottish authors: Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, and Robert Louis Stevenson. Located in a historic 17th-century townhouse, it features portraits, rare books, and personal artifacts related to these literary figures.
Place summary
The Scottish War Poets' War Memorial is located in central Scotland. It commemorates the contributions of Scottish poets who served during wartime. The memorial serves as a tribute to their literary legacy and sacrifice.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9496, -3.1937
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH1 2PA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.3 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; closed 19, 20, 22 July
- Official site
- www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/13052163207 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Scottish War Poets' War Memorial?
- Scottish War Poets' War Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 2PA).
- What is Scottish War Poets' War Memorial?
- Scottish War Poets' War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Scottish War Poets' War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 2PA.
- Is Scottish War Poets' War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Scottish War Poets' War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Scottish War Poets' War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 2PA.