Follies · Central Scotland
Vault of Robert Burn
Vault of Robert Burn 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
Vault of Robert Burn 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 Vault of Robert Burn is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode EH8. It is notable for its connection to the poet Robert Burns, though specific details regarding its construction or architecture are not provided.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9535, -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: n2434623918 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Vault of Robert Burn?
- Vault of Robert Burn is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH8 8DL).
- Is Vault of Robert Burn free to visit?
- Yes, Vault of Robert Burn is free to enter.
- How do I get to Vault of Robert Burn?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH8 8DL.