Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park
In or near Birmingham.
Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Smethwick Galton Bridge · 0.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Memorial To James Chance is located in West Smethwick Park, postcode B67 7JJ. The nearest railway station is Smethwick Galton Bridge, which is 0.8 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1077101). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Details SANDWELL MB WEST PARK ROAD (off) SP 08 NW Smethwick 9/168 Memorial to James Chance in West Smethwick Park II Memorial. Circa 1900. Brick and terra cotta. Comprises a centrepiece flanked by concave walls, approached by steps. The flanking walls terminate in brick piers and incorporate terra cotta seats. The centrepiece is flanked by paired columns supporting an entablature with decorated frieze and modillion cornice, surmounted by a broken pediment. The latter has swept sides and a central finial. A central oval recess contains a bronze bust. Below is an inscribed plaque: "James J Chance MA JP DL. For fifty years a partner in the firm of Chance Brothers & Co at the Glass Works Smethwick and at the Akali Works Oldbury. "He purchased the land for the Park, laid it out and endowed it and on September 7th 1895 opened it a gift to the public for ever. He also made the roads on the east and west boundaries." Listing NGR: SP0070688928 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 219389 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Memorial to James Chance is located in West Smethwick Park, within a school campus that reflects the area's industrial heritage. It features artwork inspired by Chance's Glass, known for its lighthouse glass elements.
Place summary
The Memorial to James Chance is located in West Smethwick Park, in the West Midlands. This Grade II listed memorial commemorates James Chance, contributing to the area's historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.4983, -1.9910
- District
- Sandwell
- Parish
- Sandwell, unparished area
- Postcode
- B67 7JJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Smethwick
- Nearest railway station
- Smethwick Galton Bridge — 0.8 km
- Official site
- www.cantoo.net
Sources
- wikidata: Q26343439 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park?
- Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode B67 7JJ), in the parish of Sandwell, unparished area.
- What is Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park?
- Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park?
- The nearest railway station is Smethwick Galton Bridge, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode B67 7JJ.
- Is Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park a listed building?
- Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park free to visit?
- Yes, Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park is free to enter.
- How do I get to Memorial To James Chance In West Smethwick Park?
- The nearest railway station is Smethwick Galton Bridge, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode B67 7JJ.