Anstruther Model Solar System
Bronze plates placed around this Scottish fishing village form a true-scale model of the solar system.

πŸ“œ True-scale model of the solar system, with 11 bronze plates representing planets.
πŸ” Located in the Scottish fishing village of Anstruther, opened on June 21st, 2015.

Why Go

🚢 Walk from the Sun to Pluto on a 1:10,000,000,000 scale.
🌌 Experience the vastness of space and the relative size of Earth.
🧠 Educational and thought-provoking installation.
πŸ“ Unique attraction, the only true-scale model in Scotland.

Tips

πŸ—ΊοΈ The walk begins with the Sun at the former Sun Tavern, opposite the lifeboat shed at East Shore.
🌊 Neptune's plaque is on the Esplanade, accessible directly from Shore Street at low tide.

Last updated 2 days ago

We strive for accuracy, but errors may occur. Please verify key info.