Edinburgh Castle Cannon

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Mons Meg is a medieval bombard in the collection of the Royal Armouries, on loan to Historic Environment Scotland and located at Edinburgh Castle …

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May 23, 2023
THe Mons Meg is a mighty cannon in Royal Armouries' collection. It was built in 1449 on the orders of Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy and sent by him as a gift to James II, King of Scots, in 1454.…Full review by Jeppes550
Aug 8, 2022
This is situated within the grounds of Edinburgh Castle, so you can only see it if you pay for the castle entry ticket. It is huge - an impressive cannon that was unsurpassed in its day.Full review by James P
Oct 10, 2021
Would recommend anyone that gets chance to visit this monster! I’ve never seen one so big! And the views from around her WOW! The balls lay next to here are huge and there is information points avail…Full review by Voyage68261532322

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Type:Cannon
Total length:406 cm

Questions & answers

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I am bringing an autistic grandson to Edinburgh. Just how loud is the noise from moms meg ?
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Hi Megg, Mons Meg hasn't been fired in anger for centuries ! The cannon that is fired is a modern artillery gun and the practice is time check dating back to sailing days and …
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Hi Megg, Mons Meg hasn't been fired in anger for centuries ! The cannon that is fired is a modern artillery gun and the practice is time check dating back to sailing days and Ithink it is at 1pm ? Enjoy, Skeney.
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Answer by John G S · Jul 25, 2018
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