Memorials & monuments · London
Kensington War Memorial
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Kensington War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- High Street Kensington · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Kensington War Memorial is located at postcode W8 4LA, with the nearest railway station being High Street Kensington, just 0.2 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Kensington War Memorial is a public memorial in London, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. Built or established in 1922, it dates from the modern period. It sits within the Kensington and Bayswater parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is High Street Kensington, about 0.2 km away. Postcode area W8.
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Heritage listing
Details TQ 2579 NE KENSINGTON HIGH STREET W8 31/15 (north side) War Memorial at corner with Kensington Church Street GV II War Memorial, circa 1918. Portland stone shaft on inscribed base, with figure of monk carrying scroll. Surmounted by angels, pinnacles and cross. Listing NGR: TQ2564479689 This List entry has been amended to add sources for War Memorials Online and the War Memorials Register. These sources were not used in the compilation of this List entry but are added here as a guide for further reading, 16 February 2017. Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 418375 Legacy System: LBS
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Official information
The Richard Young Gallery showcases a variety of photographic exhibitions, including both current and permanent displays. Visitors can also have their portraits taken by the renowned photographer Richard Young.
Place summary
The Kensington War Memorial, located in the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea (postcode W8), is a Grade II listed building established in 1922. This modern memorial commemorates those who served in the armed forces, reflecting the historical significance of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5022, -0.1911
- District
- Kensington and Chelsea
- Parish
- Kensington and Chelsea, unparished area
- Postcode
- W8 4LA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Kensington and Bayswater
- Phone
- +44 20 7937 8911
- Established
- 1922
- Nearest railway station
- High Street Kensington — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.richardyounggallery.co.uk
Sources
- osm: w804534860 (ODbL)
- commons: Kensington War Memorial, Kensington Church Street, London W8 - geograph.org.uk - 667578.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kensington War Memorial?
- Kensington War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode W8 4LA), in the parish of Kensington and Chelsea, unparished area.
- What is Kensington War Memorial?
- Kensington War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Kensington War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is High Street Kensington, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode W8 4LA.
- When was Kensington War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1922.
- Is Kensington War Memorial a listed building?
- Kensington War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Kensington War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Kensington War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Kensington War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is High Street Kensington, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode W8 4LA.