Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Glenelg War Memorial
In or near Kyleakin.
Glenelg War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Kyle of Lochalsh · 9.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Glenelg War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Kyle of Lochalsh, which is 9.3 km away. The postcode for the memorial is IV40 8JT, and entry is free.
About
Glenelg War Memorial is a memorial located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Heritage listing
Category A Date Added 05/10/1971 Supplementary Information Updated 10/12/2003 Local Authority Highland Planning Authority Highland Parish Glenelg NGR NG 80972 19198 Coordinates 180972, 819198 — Sir Robert Lorimer, 1920. Sculptor: Louis N Deuchars. Simple stone pedestal surmounted by 10' bronze group of 3 collosal figures of a Cameron Highlander together with a kneeling female figure appealing to Peace. Bronze inscription panel at front of pedestal. Entire memorial 18' high. Simple cast-iron railing surround. — Stands near Glenelg C of S Church overlooking Glenelg Bay. Category changed from B to A on 10-Dec-2003.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Glenelg War Memorial is located in the Scottish Highlands. This memorial commemorates those who lost their lives in conflict, serving as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the local community.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 57.2109, -5.6287
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV40 8JT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
- Nearest railway station
- Kyle of Lochalsh — 9.3 km
Sources
- osm: node/618436154 (ODbL)
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Am Baghan Burblach
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Glenelg War Memorial?
- Glenelg War Memorial is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV40 8JT).
- What is Glenelg War Memorial?
- Glenelg War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Glenelg War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Kyle of Lochalsh, about 9.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode IV40 8JT.
- Is Glenelg War Memorial a listed building?
- Glenelg War Memorial is officially recognised as category A listed building listed.
- Is Glenelg War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Glenelg War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Glenelg War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode IV40 8JT. It sits within the Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire parliamentary constituency.