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Follies · Central Scotland

Tate's Tomb

In or near Blairhall.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Tate's Tomb is a folly in the United Kingdom.

Tait's Tomb - geograph.org.uk - 2158747

Rob Burke — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
20 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Alloa · 6.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Tate's Tomb is a folly in central Scotland — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the Alloa and Grangemouth parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Alloa, about 6.7 km away. Postcode area FK14.

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Place summary

Tate's Tomb is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode FK14. This structure is notable for its unique architectural design and serves as a prominent landmark in the area.

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

Coordinates
56.1581, -3.7085
Postcode
FK14 7PX
Parliamentary constituency
Alloa and Grangemouth
Nearest railway station
Alloa6.7 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tate's Tomb?
Tate's Tomb is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode FK14 7PX).
What is Tate's Tomb?
Tate's Tomb is a folly in the United Kingdom.
How do I get to Tate's Tomb?
The nearest railway station is Alloa, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode FK14 7PX.
Is Tate's Tomb free to visit?
Yes, Tate's Tomb is free to enter.
How do I get to Tate's Tomb?
The nearest railway station is Alloa, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode FK14 7PX.