Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Statue of Robert Burns
In or near Dundee.
Statue of Robert Burns — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Dundee · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Statue of Robert Burns is located in Dundee City, postcode DD1 1DD. The nearest railway station is Dundee, which is 0.6 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Statue of Robert Burns is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB24925). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 04/02/1965 Local Authority Dundee Planning Authority Dundee Burgh Dundee NGR NO 40204 30447 Coordinates 340204, 730447 — Sir John Steele, 1880. Seated bronze figure of Robert Burns holding quill pen and meditating, set on polished Peterhead granite pedestel with base course and cornice, and grey granite plinth. — This statue is a replica of Steele's statue of Burns in New York.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
The Statue of Robert Burns is a war memorial dedicated to the famous Scottish poet. Visitors can view the statue and reflect on its significance in honoring Burns' contributions to literature and culture.
Place summary
The Statue of Robert Burns is a memorial located in central Scotland. It is a category B listed building, recognising its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4624, -2.9720
- District
- Dundee City
- Postcode
- DD1 1DD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dundee Central
- Established
- 1880
- Nearest railway station
- Dundee — 0.6 km
- Official site
- www.iwm.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17798424 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Statue of Robert Burns?
- Statue of Robert Burns is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode DD1 1DD).
- What is Statue of Robert Burns?
- Statue of Robert Burns — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Statue of Robert Burns?
- The nearest railway station is Dundee, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode DD1 1DD.
- When was Statue of Robert Burns built?
- Built or established in 1880.
- Is Statue of Robert Burns a listed building?
- Statue of Robert Burns is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Statue of Robert Burns free to visit?
- Yes, Statue of Robert Burns is free to enter.
- How do I get to Statue of Robert Burns?
- The nearest railway station is Dundee, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DD1 1DD.