Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
The Tower
In or near Edinburgh.
The Tower is a memorial in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Brunstane · 1.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Tower is a public memorial in central Scotland, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Edinburgh East and Musselburgh parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Brunstane, about 1.7 km away. Postcode area EH15.
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Place summary
The Tower is a memorial located in central Scotland, postcode EH15. It commemorates significant historical events and figures in the region. The structure serves as a notable landmark, reflecting the area's heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9555, -3.1127
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH15 1HP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Brunstane — 1.7 km
Sources
- osm: n364446028 (ODbL)
- commons: Tower in Portobello.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Tower?
- The Tower is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH15 1HP).
- What is The Tower?
- The Tower is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Tower?
- The nearest railway station is Brunstane, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH15 1HP.
- Is The Tower free to visit?
- Yes, The Tower is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Tower?
- The nearest railway station is Brunstane, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH15 1HP.