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The Gordon Highlanders
In or near Kingswells.
The Gordon Highlanders — Public artwork (statue) by Mark Richards.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Aberdeen · 0.7 km
- Free entry
About
The Gordon Highlanders is a place of interest in the United Kingdom. Wikidata describes it as: "Public artwork (statue) by Mark Richards.". Coordinates: 57.1482°, -2.0932°.
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Official information
The Gordon Highlanders statue is a bronze sculpture located in Castlegate, Aberdeen, commemorating the renowned regiment of the North-East of Scotland. Unveiled in 2011, it features two soldiers symbolizing the spirit and brotherhood of the Regiment throughout its history.
Place summary
The Gordon Highlanders is a military museum located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode AB11. It is dedicated to the history of the Gordon Highlanders regiment, showcasing their contributions and heritage. The museum houses a collection of artefacts, documents, and displays related to the regiment's service.
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- Coordinates
- 57.1482, -2.0932
- District
- Aberdeen City
- Postcode
- AB11 5BB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Aberdeen South
- Nearest railway station
- Aberdeen — 0.7 km
- Official site
- www.markrichardssculpture.com
Sources
- osm: n3348663203 (ODbL)
- commons: 35/The_Gordon_Highlanders_-_geograph.org.uk_-_3125987.jpg/800px-The_Gordon_Highlanders_-_geograph.org.uk_-_3125987.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Gordon Highlanders?
- The Gordon Highlanders is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB11 5BB).
- What is The Gordon Highlanders?
- The Gordon Highlanders — Public artwork (statue) by Mark Richards.
- How do I get to The Gordon Highlanders?
- The nearest railway station is Aberdeen, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB11 5BB.
- How do I get to The Gordon Highlanders?
- The nearest railway station is Aberdeen, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB11 5BB.