Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
John Chance Memorial
In or near Birmingham.
John Chance Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Smethwick Galton Bridge · 0.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
John Chance Memorial is a public memorial in the West Midlands, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Smethwick parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Smethwick Galton Bridge, about 0.9 km away. Postcode area B67.
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Official information
The John Chance Memorial is part of the Smethwick scheme, which includes two schools on the same site. It features artwork inspired by the industrial heritage of Chance's Glass, known for manufacturing lighthouse glass elements.
Place summary
The John Chance Memorial is located in the West Midlands, within the unparished area of Sandwell. This memorial commemorates an individual significant to the local community, reflecting the region's historical narrative.
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- Coordinates
- 52.4968, -1.9895
- District
- Sandwell
- Parish
- Sandwell, unparished area
- Postcode
- B67 7JH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Smethwick
- Nearest railway station
- Smethwick Galton Bridge — 0.9 km
- Official site
- www.cantoo.net
Sources
- osm: n310841296 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is John Chance Memorial?
- John Chance Memorial is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode B67 7JH), in the parish of Sandwell, unparished area.
- What is John Chance Memorial?
- John Chance Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to John Chance Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Smethwick Galton Bridge, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode B67 7JH.
- Is John Chance Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, John Chance Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to John Chance Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Smethwick Galton Bridge, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode B67 7JH.