Memorials & monuments · Mid Wales
Builth Wells War Memorial
In or near Builth Wells.
Builth Wells War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Builth Road · 2.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Builth Wells War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Builth Road, located 2.7 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is LD2 3BD, and entry to the memorial is free.
About
Builth Wells War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 7443). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Exterior: In Doulting stone on a Llanelwedd stone base, with 4 Portland stone figures. Bronze tablets with inscriptions. Classical style podium raised on 3 steps supports late medieval style octagonal tapering shaft surmounted by cross. Statues of four male figures represent Army, Royal Navy, Air Force, Merchant Navy.
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
Builth Wells War Memorial is located in Mid Wales. It is designated as a Grade II listed building, recognising its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1497, -3.4029
- District
- Powys
- Parish
- Builth
- Postcode
- LD2 3BD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
- Established
- 1924
- Nearest railway station
- Builth Road — 2.7 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q29486462 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Builth Wells War Memorial?
- Builth Wells War Memorial is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LD2 3BD), in the parish of Builth.
- What is Builth Wells War Memorial?
- Builth Wells War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Builth Wells War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Builth Road, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode LD2 3BD.
- When was Builth Wells War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1924.
- Is Builth Wells War Memorial a listed building?
- Builth Wells War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Builth Wells War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Builth Wells War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Builth Wells War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Builth Road, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LD2 3BD.