Public art & sculpture · Central Scotland
The John Muir Poles
In or near Whitecraig.
The John Muir Poles — a public art in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Mike Pennington — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Prestonpans · 1.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The John Muir Poles is a public art located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The John Muir Poles are a public art installation located in central Scotland. This artwork commemorates the legacy of naturalist John Muir, highlighting his contributions to environmental conservation. The installation serves as a significant cultural landmark in the region.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.9549, -2.9947
- District
- East Lothian
- Postcode
- EH32 9DF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lothian East
- Nearest railway station
- Prestonpans — 1.2 km
Sources
- osm: node/8325522657 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The John Muir Poles?
- The John Muir Poles is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH32 9DF).
- What is The John Muir Poles?
- The John Muir Poles — a public art in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The John Muir Poles?
- The nearest railway station is Prestonpans, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH32 9DF.
- Is The John Muir Poles free to visit?
- Yes, The John Muir Poles is free to enter.
- How do I get to The John Muir Poles?
- The nearest railway station is Prestonpans, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH32 9DF.