Lakes · Scottish Lowlands
Shankston Loch
In or near Coylton.
Shankston Loch — a lake in scotland lowlands.
Leslie Barrie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Maybole · 9.7 km
About
A British lake — freshwater body formed by glaciation, fluvial action or, where adjacent to populated areas, by deliberate damming.
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Place summary
Shankston Loch is a lake located in the Scottish Lowlands. This body of water offers a natural setting for various outdoor activities. Visitors can expect opportunities for walking, birdwatching, and enjoying the surrounding landscape. The area is characterised by its tranquil environment and scenic views typical of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.3667, -4.5333
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA6 7LF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- Nearest railway station
- Maybole — 9.7 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2638137 (CC BY 4.0)
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Patna Hill — a hill or mountain in scotland lowlands.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Patna War Memorial
Patna War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Loch Spallander
Loch Spallander — a reservoir in scotland lowlands.
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Places to stay
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📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Ayr Cragie Gardens Caravan Club
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📷 5Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands
Craig Tara
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Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The White House and Adjoining Joiner's Shop, Kirkmichael Arms, Straiton Road, Kirkmichael
The White House and Adjoining Joiner's Shop, Kirkmichael Arms, Straiton Road, Kirkmichael in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Doon Tavern, High Street, Dalmellington
Doon Tavern, High Street, Dalmellington in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Railway Tavern, 18 Smith Street, Ayr
Railway Tavern, 18 Smith Street, Ayr in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
Commercial Inn, 1-3 Mill Street, Ochiltree
Commercial Inn, 1-3 Mill Street, Ochiltree in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands
The Sun Inn, 23 The Square, Cumnock
The Sun Inn, 23 The Square, Cumnock in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shankston Loch?
- Shankston Loch is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA6 7LF).
- What is Shankston Loch?
- Shankston Loch — a lake in scotland lowlands.
- How do I get to Shankston Loch?
- The nearest railway station is Maybole, about 9.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA6 7LF.
- How do I get to Shankston Loch?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KA6 7LF. It sits within the Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock parliamentary constituency.