Memorials & monuments · South West England
John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary
In or near Upton St Leonards.
John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary — Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Stroud · 4.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the John Bryan Monument, head to the postcode GL6 6UU, located in the churchyard southeast of the lych gate to the Church of St Mary. The nearest railway station is Stroud, approximately 4.8 km away. Entry to the monument is free.
About
John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary is a Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1340527). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Details SO 8609 (part) 9/243 PAINSWICK, NEW STREET (south east side), John Bryan monument c. 25m in the churchyard south-east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary GV II* Pyramid monument. To John Bryan, carver, 1787. Limestone. A lofty, acute pyramid based on Pyramid of Cestius in Rome, set on high, two-step square base. Quite plain except for applied plaque on the north face commemorating John Bryan, aged 70, his wife and daughter. Bryan was one of the principal masons working in this churchyard, probably also mason to the north east gateway (qv), thought to have occupied house known as Selsdon (qv) in Brisley Street. Monument has special historic interest for Painswick and its outstanding churchyard. Listing NGR: SO8660309618 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 133430 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Cotswold Commons and Beechwoods SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: COTSWOLD COMMONS AND BEECHWOODS
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The John Bryan Monument is a Grade II* listed memorial located in the churchyard south-east of the lych gate to the Church of St Mary in Painswick, Gloucestershire. Standing at approximately 25 metres, it is notable for its distinctive design and historical significance within the West Midlands region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7851, -2.1956
- County
- Gloucestershire
- District
- Stroud
- Parish
- Painswick
- Postcode
- GL6 6UU
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Cotswolds
- Nearest railway station
- Stroud — 4.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17538357 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary?
- John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary is in Gloucestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode GL6 6UU), in the parish of Painswick.
- What is John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary?
- John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary — Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary?
- The nearest railway station is Stroud, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode GL6 6UU.
- Is John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary a listed building?
- John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary is officially recognised as Grade II* listed building listed.
- Is John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary a protected site?
- Yes — John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary is part of the Cotswold Commons and Beechwoods SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the COTSWOLD COMMONS AND BEECHWOODS National Nature Reserve.
- Is John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary free to visit?
- Yes, John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary is free to enter.
- How do I get to John Bryan Monument circa 25 metres in the churchyard south east of lych gate to the Church of St Mary?
- The nearest railway station is Stroud, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GL6 6UU.