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The Great Britain Guide

Follies Β· Scottish Highlands

Skene House Mausoleum

In or near Drumoak.

Free admission

Skene House Mausoleum is a folly in the United Kingdom.

Balmuir Farm - geograph.org.uk - 584684

Stanley Howe β€” CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Kintore Β· 8.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Skene House Mausoleum is a folly in the Scottish Highlands β€” built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Kintore, about 8.1 km away. Postcode area AB32.

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Place summary

Skene House Mausoleum is a folly located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode AB32. This structure serves as a memorial and is notable for its architectural significance in the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
57.1745, -2.3948
Postcode
AB32 7BJ
Parliamentary constituency
West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
Nearest railway station
Kintore β€” 8.1 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Skene House Mausoleum

Places to stay

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Hotels Β· Scottish Highlands

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Skene House Mausoleum?
Skene House Mausoleum is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB32 7BJ).
What is Skene House Mausoleum?
Skene House Mausoleum is a folly in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Skene House Mausoleum?
The nearest railway station is Kintore, about 8.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB32 7BJ.
Is Skene House Mausoleum free to visit?
Yes, Skene House Mausoleum is free to enter.
How do I get to Skene House Mausoleum?
Drivers can navigate to postcode AB32 7BJ. It sits within the West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine parliamentary constituency.