Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
East Wemyss War Memorial
In or near Coaltown of Wemyss.
East Wemyss War Memorial — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Cameron Bridge · 3.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the East Wemyss War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Cameron Bridge, located 3.6 km away. The postcode for the memorial is KY1 4RU, and entry is free.
About
East Wemyss War Memorial is a category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB46042). 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
Category C Date Added 17/03/1999 Local Authority Fife Planning Authority Fife Parish Wemyss NGR NT 34025 96759 Coordinates 334025, 696759 — Circa 1920, with additional memorial circa 1945. War memorial in semicircular enclosure, ashlar with square-section piers, set into boundary wall of St Mary's By-The-Sea (former Parish Church) and enclosed by thistle-finialled decorative iron railings. 2-stage pier to centre with deep plinth covered by granite lectern commemorating the fallen of 1939-1945; 1st stage with panel bearing carved roll-call of fallen surmounted by wording 'IN MEMORY OF THE MEN OF EAST WEMYSS WHO FELL IN THE GREAT WAR', and further names on small flanking tablets surmounted by carved scrollwork. Stepped 2nd stage giving way to bronze statue of soldier. Flanking quadrant walls with ironwork '1914' to left and '1918' to right, deep stone balustrade and moulded cornice giving way to step-coped and ball-finialled outer piers.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
The Visitor Centre and Museum in East Wemyss offers insights into local geology and history, including the story of nearby caves. Visitors can explore the museum's displays and enjoy a Virtual Reality experience of the caves without leaving the building.
Place summary
The East Wemyss War Memorial is located in central Scotland. This category C listed building commemorates those who served in the armed forces. Its designation highlights its historical significance within the local community.
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- Coordinates
- 56.1589, -3.0638
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY1 4RU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glenrothes and Mid Fife
- Nearest railway station
- Cameron Bridge — 3.6 km
- Opening
- Sundays 1:30pm–5pm from April to September
- Official site
- wemysscaves.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q77773748 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is East Wemyss War Memorial?
- East Wemyss War Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY1 4RU).
- What is East Wemyss War Memorial?
- East Wemyss War Memorial — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to East Wemyss War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Cameron Bridge, about 3.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY1 4RU.
- Is East Wemyss War Memorial a listed building?
- East Wemyss War Memorial is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
- Is East Wemyss War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, East Wemyss War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to East Wemyss War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Cameron Bridge, about 3.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY1 4RU.