Follies · Central Scotland
Memorial to Archibald Constable
Memorial to Archibald Constable 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
Memorial to Archibald Constable 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 Memorial to Archibald Constable is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode EH8. It commemorates Archibald Constable, a notable figure in Scottish publishing. The structure reflects the era's architectural styles and stands as a testament to Constable's contributions to literature.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9536, -3.1863
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH8 8DL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.3 km
Sources
- osm: n2434623914 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Memorial to Archibald Constable?
- Memorial to Archibald Constable is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH8 8DL).
- Is Memorial to Archibald Constable free to visit?
- Yes, Memorial to Archibald Constable is free to enter.
- How do I get to Memorial to Archibald Constable?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH8 8DL.