Memorials & monuments · East of England
Gas Works War Memorial
In or near Chesterton.
Gas Works War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Cambridge · 1.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Gas Works War Memorial is a public memorial in Cambridgeshire, London, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Cambridge parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Cambridge, about 1.8 km away. Postcode area CB5.
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Official information
The Cambridge Museum of Technology showcases the region's industrial heritage, featuring exhibits on sewage and waste disposal from the Victorian era and highlighting forgotten local industries. Visitors can explore the site and learn about early high-tech companies in the Pye Building.
Place summary
The Gas Works War Memorial is located in the unparished area of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. This memorial commemorates those who served during wartime, reflecting the historical significance of the site. It is situated in the London region.
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- Coordinates
- 52.2100, 0.1441
- County
- Cambridgeshire
- District
- Cambridge
- Parish
- Cambridge, unparished area
- Postcode
- CB5 8GA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cambridge
- Nearest railway station
- Cambridge — 1.8 km
- Opening
- Friday to Sunday 10:30 - 16:00
- Official site
- www.museumoftechnology.com
Sources
- osm: n298290470 (ODbL)
- commons: Cambridge Gas Company War Memorial.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gas Works War Memorial?
- Gas Works War Memorial is in Cambridgeshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode CB5 8GA), in the parish of Cambridge, unparished area.
- What is Gas Works War Memorial?
- Gas Works War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gas Works War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Cambridge, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode CB5 8GA.
- Is Gas Works War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Gas Works War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gas Works War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Cambridge, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CB5 8GA.