Memorials & monuments · South West England
Boer War Memorial
In or near Rescorla.
Boer War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Lostwithiel · 0.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Boer War Memorial is a public memorial in South-West England, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. The site is within the Cornwall National Landscape (AONB). It sits within the South East Cornwall parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Lostwithiel, about 0.1 km away. Postcode area PL22.
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Official information
The Boer War Memorial is part of the Lostwithiel Museum, which is located in a historic Georgian building. The museum showcases the town's history and heritage, including various exhibits related to local events and notable figures.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cornwall
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Boer War Memorial is located in Lostwithiel, South-West England, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Cornwall. This memorial commemorates those who served in the Boer War, reflecting the historical significance of the conflict.
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- Coordinates
- 50.4076, -4.6644
- District
- Cornwall
- Parish
- Lostwithiel
- Postcode
- PL22 0EP
- Parliamentary constituency
- South East Cornwall
- Nearest railway station
- Lostwithiel — 0.1 km
- Opening
- Mondays to Fridays 10.30am to 4.30pm; Saturdays 11.00am to 3.00pm
Sources
- osm: n1763150418 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Boer War Memorial?
- Boer War Memorial is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PL22 0EP), in the parish of Lostwithiel.
- What is Boer War Memorial?
- Boer War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Boer War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Lostwithiel, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode PL22 0EP.
- Is Boer War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Boer War Memorial is part of the Cornwall National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Boer War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Boer War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Boer War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Lostwithiel, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PL22 0EP.