Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Willie Shanks Memorial
In or near Currie.
Willie Shanks Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Raymond Bell — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Curriehill · 2.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Willie Shanks 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 Willie Shanks Memorial is part of the Balerno Village Trust's efforts to create a sustainable community. It serves as a focal point for community development and local events.
Place summary
The Willie Shanks Memorial is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates Willie Shanks, a notable figure in the region. The memorial serves as a historical marker, reflecting the local heritage and community remembrance.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.8840, -3.3401
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH14 7DZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh South West
- Nearest railway station
- Curriehill — 2.3 km
- Opening
- see website
- Official site
- www.balernovt.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/12945563846 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Willie Shanks Memorial?
- Willie Shanks Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH14 7DZ).
- What is Willie Shanks Memorial?
- Willie Shanks Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Willie Shanks Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Curriehill, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH14 7DZ.
- Is Willie Shanks Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Willie Shanks Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Willie Shanks Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Curriehill, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH14 7DZ.