Follies · Central Scotland
Robert Stevenson
Robert Stevenson 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 · 0.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Robert Stevenson 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 0.9 km away. Postcode area EH8.
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Place summary
Robert Stevenson is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode EH8. It is notable for its architectural design, reflecting the style of the early 19th century. The structure is associated with the prominent Scottish engineer Robert Stevenson, known for his work in lighthouse construction.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9536, -3.1756
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH8 8DZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.9 km
- Official site
- www.dynamicearth.org.uk
Sources
- osm: n5139932482 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Robert Stevenson?
- Robert Stevenson is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH8 8DZ).
- Is Robert Stevenson free to visit?
- Yes, Robert Stevenson is free to enter.
- How do I get to Robert Stevenson?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH8 8DZ.