Piers · Central Scotland
Imperial Dock Lock
Imperial Dock Lock is a pier in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Best time of year
- Summer
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 3.7 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Imperial Dock Lock is a seaside pier on the coast of central Scotland — Victorian pleasure architecture on stilts, still standing. It sits within the Edinburgh North and Leith parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 3.7 km away. Postcode area EH6.
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Place summary
Imperial Dock Lock is a pier located in central Scotland, postcode EH6. This structure is part of the historic canal system, facilitating navigation and trade. Its significance lies in its role in the region's industrial heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9834, -3.1722
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH6 7DR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh North and Leith
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 3.7 km
- Official site
- www.leithdistillery.com
Sources
- osm: w100170888 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Imperial Dock Lock?
- Imperial Dock Lock is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH6 7DR).
- Is Imperial Dock Lock free to visit?
- Yes, Imperial Dock Lock is free to enter.
- How do I get to Imperial Dock Lock?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH6 7DR.