Literary houses · Scottish Lowlands
Stanecastle
In or near Crosshouse.
Stanecastle — a literary house museum in scotland highlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Irvine · 2.6 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Stanecastle is a literary house museum located in scotland highlands. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. tower house in North Ayrshire, Scotland, UK
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Place summary
Stanecastle is a literary house located in the Scottish Highlands. It is owned by North Ayrshire and serves as a notable site within the region. The house is recognised for its historical significance and connection to literature, making it an interesting point of interest for visitors.
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- Coordinates
- 55.6249, -4.6418
- District
- North Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA11 1AF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Central Ayrshire
- Nearest railway station
- Irvine — 2.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q7598690 (CC0)
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stanecastle?
- Stanecastle is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA11 1AF).
- What is Stanecastle?
- Stanecastle — a literary house museum in scotland highlands.
- How do I get to Stanecastle?
- The nearest railway station is Irvine, about 2.6 km away. The nearest town is Crosshouse. Drivers can use postcode KA11 1AF.
- Who owns Stanecastle?
- Stanecastle is owned by North Ayrshire.
- How do I get to Stanecastle?
- The nearest railway station is Irvine, about 2.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA11 1AF.