Historic libraries · Central Scotland
Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh
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Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh — library in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh is a place of interest in central Scotland. Officially recognised as category A listed building. It sits within the Edinburgh East and Musselburgh parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.4 km away. Postcode area EH1.
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Official information
St Giles’ Cathedral, founded in 1124, is an active church and a significant historical site in Edinburgh. Visitors can explore its rich history, art, and music while also participating in worship and reflection.
Place summary
The Society of Solicitors' Library is located at 94-116 Cowgate in Edinburgh, central Scotland. This library is a category A listed building, recognised for its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9485, -3.1905
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH1 1RQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.4 km
- Official site
- www.stgilescathedral.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17568206 (CC0)
- commons: 94 - 116 Cowgate Edinburgh.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh?
- Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 1RQ).
- What is Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh?
- Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh — library in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 1RQ.
- Is Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh a listed building?
- Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh is officially recognised as category A listed building listed.
- How do I get to Society Of Solicitors' Library, 94-116 Cowgate, Edinburgh?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 1RQ.