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Musselburgh, Scotland

‘Memory and Reflection’

A shiny sculpture celebrating the mighty mollusk.

Musselburgh, Scotland

'The Musselburgh Archer'

A sculpture dedicated to the Roman history steeped in a Scottish town.

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St Michael's Parish Church and Kirkyard

This 19th-century sanctuary was built atop a hill that once housed a Roman fort.

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Prestongrange Industrial Heritage Museum

Journey through one of the oldest industrial sites in Scotland.

1 mile from Musselburgh

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Coade Stone Columns

It's a mystery how these curious columns wound up in an Edinburgh suburb.

2 miles from Musselburgh

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The Porty Light Box

An iconic red telephone box turned tiny art gallery.

2 miles from Musselburgh

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Prestonpans Murals

The medley of artwork tells the history of this Scottish town.

2 miles from Musselburgh

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Poetry and Music in the Scottish Lowlands

See the lowlands through the eyes of one of Scotland’s most celebrated poets, exploring old port towns and ancient fortresses, sipping single malt whisky, and wandering the breathtaking landscapes that inspired the beloved bard.

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