Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Smollet Fountain
In or near Cardross.
Smollet Fountain — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Alexandria · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Smollet Fountain is a memorial located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Smollet Fountain is a memorial located in the Scottish Highlands. It commemorates the Scottish poet Tobias Smollett. The fountain is noted for its historical significance in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9878, -4.5821
- District
- West Dunbartonshire
- Postcode
- G83 0NG
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Dunbartonshire
- Nearest railway station
- Alexandria — 0.4 km
Sources
- osm: node/5960559221 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Smollet Fountain?
- Smollet Fountain is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode G83 0NG).
- What is Smollet Fountain?
- Smollet Fountain — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Smollet Fountain?
- The nearest railway station is Alexandria, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode G83 0NG.
- Is Smollet Fountain free to visit?
- Yes, Smollet Fountain is free to enter.
- How do I get to Smollet Fountain?
- The nearest railway station is Alexandria, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G83 0NG.