Memorials & monuments · North Wales
Colwyn Bay War Memorial
In or near Pensarn.
Colwyn Bay War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-north, United Kingdom.
Philip Halling — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Colwyn Bay · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Colwyn Bay War Memorial is located at postcode LL29 7LD and is accessible via the nearest railway station, Colwyn Bay, which is 0.4 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Colwyn Bay War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-north, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 14673). 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
Reason for designation: A good example of memorial sculpture, which is an important focal point in the public gardens. Exterior: Ashlar pylon raised up steps with inscription to front face, and bronze inscription plates added to record names of second world war dead to either side, carries a bronze figure of a soldier which is signed and dated, John Cassidy, 1922. The pylon is flanked by cast iron lamp standards to either side. Location: At the front of public gardens near the junction with Queen s Drive.
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
Colwyn Bay War Memorial is located in North Wales and commemorates those who served in conflicts. It is designated as a Grade II listed building, recognising its historical significance and architectural merit.
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- Coordinates
- 53.2964, -3.7318
- District
- Conwy
- Parish
- Colwyn Bay
- Postcode
- LL29 7LD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Clwyd North
- Established
- 1922
- Nearest railway station
- Colwyn Bay — 0.4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q29492486 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Colwyn Bay War Memorial?
- Colwyn Bay War Memorial is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL29 7LD), in the parish of Colwyn Bay.
- What is Colwyn Bay War Memorial?
- Colwyn Bay War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-north, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Colwyn Bay War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Colwyn Bay, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL29 7LD.
- When was Colwyn Bay War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1922.
- Is Colwyn Bay War Memorial a listed building?
- Colwyn Bay War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Colwyn Bay War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Colwyn Bay War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Colwyn Bay War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Colwyn Bay, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL29 7LD.