Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Thomas Henderson Memorial
In or near Edinburgh.
Thomas Henderson Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
M J Richardson — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Thomas Henderson Memorial is a memorial 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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Official information
The Nelson Monument is a commemorative tower located on Calton Hill, designed by architect Robert Burn. Visitors can climb the tower for panoramic views of Edinburgh and explore exhibitions related to Charles Piazzi Smyth and the history of the One O'Clock Gun.
Place summary
The Thomas Henderson Memorial is a commemorative structure located in central Scotland. It honours Thomas Henderson, notable for his contributions to astronomy. The memorial serves as a tribute to his legacy in the field.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9549, -3.1836
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH7 5AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.5 km
- Opening
- Open 7 days a week from 10am to 3:30pm.
- Official site
- cultureedinburgh.com
Sources
- osm: node/13317059309 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Thomas Henderson Memorial?
- Thomas Henderson Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH7 5AA).
- What is Thomas Henderson Memorial?
- Thomas Henderson Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Thomas Henderson Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH7 5AA.
- Is Thomas Henderson Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Thomas Henderson Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Thomas Henderson Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH7 5AA.