Follies · Central Scotland
Joseph Black
Joseph Black 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 · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Joseph Black 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 0.7 km away. Postcode area EH1.
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Place summary
Joseph Black is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode EH1. It is named after the notable chemist Joseph Black, known for his work in the field of heat and gases. The structure serves as a tribute to his contributions to science.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9460, -3.1927
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH1 2QL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Phone
- +44 131 225 1900
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.7 km
- Official site
- greyfriarskirk.com
Sources
- osm: n4353531948 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Joseph Black?
- Joseph Black is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 2QL).
- Is Joseph Black free to visit?
- Yes, Joseph Black is free to enter.
- How do I get to Joseph Black?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 2QL.