Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn
In or near Ardersier.
Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Nairn · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Straith Monument is located at postcode IV12 4QD in Nairn, with the nearest railway station being Nairn, just 0.3 km away. Entry to the monument is free.
About
Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn is a category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB38421). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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See it from the streetimagery from 2019
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Heritage listing
Category C Date Added 12/03/1981 Local Authority Highland Planning Authority Highland Burgh Nairn NGR NH 88226 56335 Coordinates 288226, 856335 — 1816. Squat ashlar obelisk on square corniced plinth and stepped base. Inscription on oval marble plaque placed below triglyph cornice. — Sketch furnished by Sir Thomas Dick Lauder of Relugas, Moray. John Straith, 1732-1807, was parish school-master for forty years.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
Nairn Museum showcases the rich heritage of Nairn and Nairnshire, featuring exhibits on maritime history, local farming, and military stories. Visitors can explore four open gallery rooms while two are temporarily closed for maintenance.
Place summary
The Straith Monument is a memorial located on High Street in Nairn, within the Scottish Highlands. It is designated as a category C listed building, highlighting its historical significance and architectural interest.
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- Coordinates
- 57.5832, -3.8710
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV12 4QD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
- Phone
- 01667 456791
- Nearest railway station
- Nairn — 0.3 km
- Opening
- Monday-Friday 10am-4:30pm; Saturday 10am-1:30pm
- Official site
- nairnmuseum.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q56644339 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn?
- Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV12 4QD).
- What is Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn?
- Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn?
- The nearest railway station is Nairn, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV12 4QD.
- Is Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn a listed building?
- Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
- Is Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn free to visit?
- Yes, Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn is free to enter.
- How do I get to Straith Monument, High Street, Nairn?
- The nearest railway station is Nairn, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IV12 4QD.