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Memorials & monuments · West Midlands

Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial)

In or near Lower Penn.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial) — a memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
15 min–45 min
Nearest railway station
Tipton · 1.7 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial) is a memorial located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

The Film Spools (James Whale Memorial) is a public sculpture located at Castlegate Roundabout in Dudley. It features a collection of five distinct pieces that represent various aspects of medieval life, crafted from materials such as weathering steel, bronze, and wood.

Place summary

Film Spools is a memorial located in the West Midlands, dedicated to James Whale, a notable film director from 1889 to 1957. The memorial acknowledges Whale's contributions to cinema, particularly in the horror genre.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.5156, -2.0719
District
Dudley
Parish
Dudley, unparished area
Postcode
DY1 4TA
Parliamentary constituency
Dudley
Nearest railway station
Tipton1.7 km
Opening
At all times

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial)?
Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial) is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DY1 4TA), in the parish of Dudley, unparished area.
What is Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial)?
Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial) — a memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial)?
The nearest railway station is Tipton, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DY1 4TA.
Is Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial) free to visit?
Yes, Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial) is free to enter.
How do I get to Film Spools (James Whale (1889-1957) Memorial)?
The nearest railway station is Tipton, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DY1 4TA.