Follies · Central Scotland
William Carstares
William Carstares 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 · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
William Carstares 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 0.6 km away. Postcode area EH1.
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Place summary
William Carstares is a folly located in central Scotland, postcode EH1. It is notable for its unique architectural style and serves as a tribute to the historical figure William Carstares, a prominent Scottish minister.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9464, -3.1931
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH1 2QL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Phone
- +44 131 225 1900
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.6 km
- Official site
- greyfriarskirk.com
Sources
- osm: n4353617476 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is William Carstares?
- William Carstares is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 2QL).
- Is William Carstares free to visit?
- Yes, William Carstares is free to enter.
- How do I get to William Carstares?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 2QL.