Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
Buckden Pike Memorial Cross
In or near Hawkswick.
Buckden Pike Memorial Cross is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Buckden Pike Memorial Cross is a public memorial or monument in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 54.1966°, -2.0592°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Official information
Buckden Pike Memorial Cross commemorates the crash of a Wellington Bomber during a snowstorm in 1942, which resulted in the loss of four crew members. The memorial was built by Sergeant Joseph Fusniak, a survivor of the crash, to honor his fallen comrades and reflects on the harrowing experience he endured in the Yorkshire Dales.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Upper Wharfedale SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Buckden Pike Memorial Cross is a memorial located in North-West England. It stands within the Upper Wharfedale Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), highlighting its significance in the region. The cross serves as a tribute to those who have passed, set against the backdrop of the natural landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 54.1966, -2.0592
- Official site
- www.buckdenpike.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n1378671645 (ODbL)
- commons: Buckden Pike Memorial Cross. - geograph.org.uk - 411418.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Buckden Pike Memorial Cross?
- Buckden Pike Memorial Cross is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Buckden Pike Memorial Cross?
- Buckden Pike Memorial Cross is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Buckden Pike Memorial Cross?
- Its coordinates are 54.1966°, -2.0592°.
- Is Buckden Pike Memorial Cross a protected site?
- Yes — Buckden Pike Memorial Cross is part of the Upper Wharfedale SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Buckden Pike Memorial Cross free to visit?
- Yes, Buckden Pike Memorial Cross is free to enter.