Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
Knottingley War Memorial
Also known as: Knottingley Cenotaph
In or near Brotherton.
Knottingley 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
- Knottingley · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Knottingley War Memorial is a public memorial in Yorkshire, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Knottingley, about 1.1 km away. Postcode area WF11.
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Place summary
Knottingley War Memorial, also known as Knottingley Cenotaph, is located in the unparished area of Wakefield, Yorkshire. This memorial serves as a tribute to those who served in the armed forces. Its significance lies in its role as a poignant reminder of local military history.
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- Coordinates
- 53.7100, -1.2439
- District
- Wakefield
- Parish
- Wakefield, unparished area
- Postcode
- WF11 9AN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley
- Nearest railway station
- Knottingley — 1.1 km
Sources
- osm: n4827359754 (ODbL)
- commons: Knottingley Cenotaph, November 2005 - geograph.org.uk - 285371.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Knottingley War Memorial?
- Knottingley War Memorial is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode WF11 9AN), in the parish of Wakefield, unparished area.
- What is Knottingley War Memorial?
- Knottingley War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Knottingley War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Knottingley, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode WF11 9AN.
- Is Knottingley War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Knottingley War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Knottingley War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Knottingley, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WF11 9AN.