Memorials & monuments · South Wales
Gilwern War Memorial
Gilwern War Memorial — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Whistle Inn halt · 4.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Gilwern War Memorial is a memorial located in wales-south, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Gilwern War Memorial is a commemorative structure located in South Wales. It honours those who served in conflicts, reflecting the region's historical significance in wartime.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8254, -3.0939
- District
- Monmouthshire
- Parish
- Llanelly
- Postcode
- NP7 0DE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Monmouthshire
- Nearest railway station
- Whistle Inn halt — 4.9 km
Sources
- osm: node/10282200800 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gilwern War Memorial?
- Gilwern War Memorial is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP7 0DE), in the parish of Llanelly.
- What is Gilwern War Memorial?
- Gilwern War Memorial — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gilwern War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Whistle Inn halt, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP7 0DE.
- Is Gilwern War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Gilwern War Memorial is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Gilwern War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Gilwern War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gilwern War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Whistle Inn halt, about 4.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP7 0DE.