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The Great Britain Guide

Battlefields & battle sites · Scottish Lowlands

Stair Wood

In or near Tarbolton.

Free admission

Stair Wood in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.

The junction at the Stair Inn - geograph.org.uk - 764289

david johnston — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Prestwick Town · 9.6 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Stair Wood is a registered historic battlefield in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom. Britain's battlefields range from the medieval clashes of the Wars of the Roses to the Civil War sieges and the 1745 Jacobite Rising at Culloden — most are open landscapes with interpretive trails and battle-monument markers.

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Place summary

Stair Wood is a battlefield located in the Scottish Lowlands. It is recognised for its historical significance, particularly related to military events in the region. The site offers insight into the area's past and its role in Scotland's military history.

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

Coordinates
55.4785, -4.4673
Postcode
KA5 5HW
Parliamentary constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
Nearest railway station
Prestwick Town9.6 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Stair Wood

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Caravan parks · Scottish Lowlands

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Stair Wood?
Stair Wood is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA5 5HW).
What is Stair Wood?
Stair Wood in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Stair Wood?
The nearest railway station is Prestwick Town, about 9.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA5 5HW.
Is Stair Wood free to visit?
Yes, Stair Wood is free to enter.
How do I get to Stair Wood?
Drivers can navigate to postcode KA5 5HW. It sits within the Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock parliamentary constituency.