Memorials & monuments · South Wales
Machen Cenotaph
In or near Newport.
Machen Cenotaph — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Crosskeys · 2.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Machen Cenotaph is a memorial located in wales-south, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Machen Cenotaph is a memorial located in South Wales. It commemorates those who served in the armed forces, reflecting the community's dedication to remembering their sacrifices.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5959, -3.1375
- District
- Caerphilly
- Parish
- Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen
- Postcode
- CF83 8LG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Caerphilly
- Nearest railway station
- Crosskeys — 2.9 km
Sources
- osm: node/1308026379 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Machen Cenotaph?
- Machen Cenotaph is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF83 8LG), in the parish of Bedwas, Trethomas and Machen.
- What is Machen Cenotaph?
- Machen Cenotaph — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Machen Cenotaph?
- The nearest railway station is Crosskeys, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF83 8LG.
- Is Machen Cenotaph free to visit?
- Yes, Machen Cenotaph is free to enter.
- How do I get to Machen Cenotaph?
- The nearest railway station is Crosskeys, about 2.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF83 8LG.