Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
JRR Tolkien CBE
In or near Adel.
JRR Tolkien CBE — a memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Betty Longbottom — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Headingley · 1.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
JRR Tolkien CBE 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 JRR Tolkien CBE memorial is located in Yorkshire. It commemorates the renowned author, best known for his works such as "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings". The memorial serves as a tribute to his literary contributions and cultural impact.
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- Coordinates
- 53.8332, -1.5941
- District
- Leeds
- Parish
- Leeds, unparished area
- Postcode
- LS16 5AL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Leeds Central and Headingley
- Nearest railway station
- Headingley — 1.7 km
Sources
- osm: node/6476701139 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is JRR Tolkien CBE?
- JRR Tolkien CBE is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode LS16 5AL), in the parish of Leeds, unparished area.
- What is JRR Tolkien CBE?
- JRR Tolkien CBE — a memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to JRR Tolkien CBE?
- The nearest railway station is Headingley, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode LS16 5AL.
- Is JRR Tolkien CBE free to visit?
- Yes, JRR Tolkien CBE is free to enter.
- How do I get to JRR Tolkien CBE?
- The nearest railway station is Headingley, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LS16 5AL.