Follies · Central Scotland
Vault of William Blackwood
In or near Edinburgh.
Vault of William Blackwood is a folly in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Vault of William Blackwood is a folly in central Scotland — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the Edinburgh East and Musselburgh parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Postcode area EH8.
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Place summary
The Vault of William Blackwood is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode EH8. This structure is notable for its distinctive architectural design, contributing to the historical landscape of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9536, -3.1865
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH8 8DL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.3 km
Sources
- osm: n2434623919 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Vault of William Blackwood?
- Vault of William Blackwood is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH8 8DL).
- What is Vault of William Blackwood?
- Vault of William Blackwood is a folly in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Vault of William Blackwood?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH8 8DL.
- Is Vault of William Blackwood free to visit?
- Yes, Vault of William Blackwood is free to enter.
- How do I get to Vault of William Blackwood?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH8 8DL.