Memorials & monuments · Mid Wales
Boer War Memorial
Also known as: Cofeb Rhyfel y Boer
In or near Aberdyfi.
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
- Tywyn Wharf · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Boer War Memorial is a public memorial in Mid Wales, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Dwyfor Meirionnydd parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Tywyn Wharf, about 0.4 km away. Postcode area LL36.
Photo gallery
See it from the streetimagery from 2020
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Heritage listing
http://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&id=84533
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Official information
The Narrow Gauge Railway Museum in Tywyn, Wales, showcases the history and significance of narrow-gauge railways. Visitors can explore various exhibits, including locomotives and railway memorabilia, while learning about the impact of these railways on society.
Place summary
The Boer War Memorial, located in Tywyn, Mid Wales, commemorates those who served in the Boer War. This memorial, known in Welsh as Cofeb Rhyfel y Boer, serves as a significant reminder of the conflict's impact on the local community.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5868, -4.0875
- District
- Gwynedd
- Parish
- Tywyn
- Postcode
- LL36 9BP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dwyfor Meirionnydd
- Phone
- 01654 710472
- Nearest railway station
- Tywyn Wharf — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Open on days when public trains are running; contact curator for other dates.
- Official site
- narrowgaugerailwaymuseum.org.uk
Sources
- osm: n1502056999 (ODbL)
- commons: Boer War Memorial - Tywyn.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Boer War Memorial?
- Boer War Memorial is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL36 9BP), in the parish of Tywyn.
- 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 Tywyn Wharf, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL36 9BP.
- Is Boer War Memorial a listed building?
- Boer War Memorial is officially recognised as II listed.
- 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 Tywyn Wharf, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL36 9BP.