Wallace's Monument, Ayrshire, Gothic tower in Craigie, Scotland
The Wallace Monument rises 60 feet from Barnweil Hill, constructed with polished sandstone ashlar blocks and featuring a crenellated parapet with thistle-topped pinnacles.
The construction of the monument began in 1855 under architect William Dobie and builder Robert Snodgrass Sr, reaching completion in 1857 at the height of Scottish national sentiment.
Bronze panels at the monument's base display inscriptions that commemorate William Wallace's role in Scotland's fight for independence during the 13th and 14th centuries.
The Gothic tower, now closed to visitors, stands on Barnweil Hill and contains a spiral staircase leading to an observation platform with views across South Ayrshire.
The tower's name connects to the medieval parish church of Barnweill, which existed nearby until its dissolution in the 17th century.
Location: South Ayrshire
Location: Craigie
Inception: 1857
GPS coordinates: 55.53300,-4.52636
Latest update: March 10, 2025 23:04
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