Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie
In or near Lochwinnoch.
Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Glengarnock · 1.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Monument to William Walker is located on Main Street in Kilbirnie, postcode KA25 7BX. The nearest railway station is Glengarnock, which is 1.9 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB7513). 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
Category B Date Added 02/12/1980 Local Authority North Ayrshire Planning Authority North Ayrshire Parish Kilbirnie NGR NS 31570 54548 Coordinates 231570, 654548 — D.W. Stevenson, Sculptor. Erected late 19th century. Memorial to William Walker. Female figure on a square ashlar plinth with a bronze bust of Dr Walker on the west front, an inscription on opposite face, and a coiled serpent on the 2 sides between. The figure in flowing robes steadies an overturned jar which lies on a round pedestal with a snake encircling it. Her right hand has been destroyed. — Inscription reads "Wm Walker MD 1807-1885. In grateful memory of a life devoted to the well-being of the people. The Faithful Physician".
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Monument to William Walker is a memorial located on Main Street in Kilbirnie, within the Scottish Highlands. It is designated as a category B listed building, recognising its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 55.7549, -4.6855
- District
- North Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA25 7BX
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Ayrshire and Arran
- Nearest railway station
- Glengarnock — 1.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17830000 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie?
- Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA25 7BX).
- What is Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie?
- Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie?
- The nearest railway station is Glengarnock, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA25 7BX.
- Is Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie a listed building?
- Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie free to visit?
- Yes, Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie is free to enter.
- How do I get to Monument to William Walker, Main Street, Kilbirnie?
- The nearest railway station is Glengarnock, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA25 7BX.