Archaeological sites · Central Scotland
The Mound, Motte
In or near Balmirmer.
The Mound, Motte — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Gwen and James Anderson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Barry Links · 1.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Mound, Motte is a archaeological located in scotland-highlands, 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 Mound, Motte is an archaeological site located in the Scottish Highlands. It features a prominent motte, a type of earthwork mound typically associated with medieval fortifications. This site provides insight into the region's historical landscape and settlement patterns.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 56.5022, -2.7599
- District
- Angus
- Postcode
- DD7 7RJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Arbroath and Broughty Ferry
- Nearest railway station
- Barry Links — 1.3 km
Sources
- osm: node/13665313722 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Mound, Motte?
- The Mound, Motte is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode DD7 7RJ).
- What is The Mound, Motte?
- The Mound, Motte — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Mound, Motte?
- The nearest railway station is Barry Links, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode DD7 7RJ.
- Is The Mound, Motte free to visit?
- Yes, The Mound, Motte is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Mound, Motte?
- The nearest railway station is Barry Links, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DD7 7RJ.