Memorials & monuments · South East England
Dane John Mound Pinnacle
In or near Canterbury.
Dane John Mound Pinnacle — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Canterbury East · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Dane John Mound Pinnacle is located in Canterbury, Kent, with the postcode CT1 2RS. The nearest railway station is Canterbury East, which is 0.2 km away. Entry to the site is free, but it is not wheelchair accessible.
About
Dane John Mound Pinnacle is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1085047). 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
Details 1. 944 DANE JOHN Dane John mound pinnacle TR 1457 SE 8/225A 3.5.67. II 2. The pillar was erected on top of the mound in 1830 to commemorate the work of James Simmons Esquire, an Alderman of the city, in laying out Dane John as pleasure grounds. Stone column with fluted base and supporting a vase, placed on a castellated square block with 4 niches, one on each side. The mound is scheduled as an ancient monument, being an early defensive mound of the city. Listing NGR: TR1477257362 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 170589 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
Dane John Mound Pinnacle is a historic site located in Canterbury, offering visitors a chance to explore its ancient earthworks and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area. The site is a popular spot for walking and picnicking, providing a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Dane John Mound Pinnacle is a memorial located in South-East England. It is a Grade II listed building, notable for its historical significance and architectural features.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2749, 1.0778
- County
- Kent
- District
- Canterbury
- Parish
- Canterbury, unparished area
- Postcode
- CT1 2RS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Canterbury
- Nearest railway station
- Canterbury East — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.escapekent.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q26370500 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Dane John Mound Pinnacle?
- Dane John Mound Pinnacle is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT1 2RS), in the parish of Canterbury, unparished area.
- What is Dane John Mound Pinnacle?
- Dane John Mound Pinnacle — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Dane John Mound Pinnacle?
- The nearest railway station is Canterbury East, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT1 2RS.
- Is Dane John Mound Pinnacle a listed building?
- Dane John Mound Pinnacle is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Dane John Mound Pinnacle a protected site?
- Yes — Dane John Mound Pinnacle is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Dane John Mound Pinnacle free to visit?
- Yes, Dane John Mound Pinnacle is free to enter.
- How do I get to Dane John Mound Pinnacle?
- The nearest railway station is Canterbury East, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT1 2RS.