Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
Glasshoughton Wheel of Light
In or near Ackton.
Glasshoughton Wheel of Light — a memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Glasshoughton · 0.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Glasshoughton Wheel of Light is a memorial located in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The Glasshoughton Wheel of Light is a memorial located in Yorkshire. It commemorates the area's industrial heritage and community spirit.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 53.7147, -1.3499
- District
- Wakefield
- Parish
- Wakefield, unparished area
- Postcode
- WF10 5JT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley
- Nearest railway station
- Glasshoughton — 0.8 km
Sources
- osm: way/863446479 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glasshoughton Wheel of Light?
- Glasshoughton Wheel of Light is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode WF10 5JT), in the parish of Wakefield, unparished area.
- What is Glasshoughton Wheel of Light?
- Glasshoughton Wheel of Light — a memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Glasshoughton Wheel of Light?
- The nearest railway station is Glasshoughton, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode WF10 5JT.
- Is Glasshoughton Wheel of Light free to visit?
- Yes, Glasshoughton Wheel of Light is free to enter.
- How do I get to Glasshoughton Wheel of Light?
- The nearest railway station is Glasshoughton, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WF10 5JT.