Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
French Prisoners' Monument
In or near Auchendinny.
French Prisoners' Monument — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
French Prisoners' Monument 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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Place summary
The French Prisoners' Monument is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates the French prisoners of war held during the Napoleonic Wars. The monument serves as a historical reminder of this period in British history.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8266, -3.2183
- District
- Midlothian
- Postcode
- EH26 8NU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Midlothian
Sources
- osm: node/440176004 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is French Prisoners' Monument?
- French Prisoners' Monument is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH26 8NU).
- What is French Prisoners' Monument?
- French Prisoners' Monument — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to French Prisoners' Monument?
- The nearest town is Auchendinny. Drivers can use postcode EH26 8NU.
- Is French Prisoners' Monument free to visit?
- Yes, French Prisoners' Monument is free to enter.
- How do I get to French Prisoners' Monument?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode EH26 8NU. It sits within the Midlothian parliamentary constituency.