Public art & sculpture · South Wales
Maesteg War Memorial
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Maesteg War Memorial in Wales South, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Maesteg · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Maesteg War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Maesteg, located 0.2 km away. Entry is free, and the site is wheelchair accessible. The postcode for sat-nav is CF34 9BL.
About
Maesteg War Memorial is a public sculpture in Wales South, United Kingdom, dating from 1926. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.
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Heritage listing
Reason for designation: Included as a well-proportioned and handsome war memorial in a conspicous position, and one of the elements in the group of listed buildings in the centre of Maesteg. History: Originally erected to commemorate Maesteg s dead of the First World War, the inscription extended to cover the Second World War, and a further inscription added for the Falklands War 1982. The sculpture is signed by L F Roslyn 1926, and was cast by E J Palenti & Co of London. Exterior: Built of white flecked granite. A tall rectangular base erected over 2 steps and plinth with a stepped upper stage carrying a bronze sculpture of two infantrymen, one advancing with bayonet fixed and stepping over his fallen comrade. Inscribed on the base: AT GOF UWCH ANGOF. A bronze leaf motif is applied to all sides of the plinth. Location: Located in the footpath in front of St David s Church and on the corner of Talbot Street and High Street at the centre of Maesteg.
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Place summary
Maesteg War Memorial is a public art installation located in South Wales, established in 1926. It commemorates those who served in the armed forces, reflecting the region's historical commitment to remembrance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6095, -3.6575
- District
- Bridgend
- Parish
- Maesteg
- Postcode
- CF34 9BL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Aberafan Maesteg
- Established
- 1926
- Nearest railway station
- Maesteg — 0.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q29495986 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Maesteg War Memorial?
- Maesteg War Memorial is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF34 9BL), in the parish of Maesteg.
- What is Maesteg War Memorial?
- Maesteg War Memorial in Wales South, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Maesteg War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Maesteg, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF34 9BL.
- When was Maesteg War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1926.
- Is Maesteg War Memorial a listed building?
- Maesteg War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Maesteg War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Maesteg War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Maesteg War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Maesteg, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF34 9BL.