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The Great Britain Guide

Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber

Glasshoughton Wheel of Light

In or near Ackton.

Free admission

Glasshoughton Wheel of Light — a memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.

Glass Houghton Miners Memorial - geograph.org.uk - 3856114

Ian S — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

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
Glasshoughton0.8 km

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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.