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Forts · London

Obelisk To Baron Southampton In South West Corner Of St James Gardens

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Obelisk To Baron Southampton In South West Corner Of St James Gardens — a martello broad in england-london, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
London Euston · 0.3 km

About

Obelisk To Baron Southampton In South West Corner Of St James Gardens is a martello broad located in england-london, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the linked Wikipedia article for further details on its history, architecture and visiting information.

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Place summary

The Obelisk to Baron Southampton is a fort located in the south-west corner of St James's Gardens, London. This structure commemorates Baron Southampton, though specific details about its era and architectural design are not provided. It serves as a notable landmark within the gardens.

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Coordinates
51.5282, -0.1379
District
Camden
Parish
Camden, unparished area
Postcode
NW1 2LS
Parliamentary constituency
Holborn and St Pancras
Nearest railway station
London Euston0.3 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Obelisk To Baron Southampton In South West Corner Of St James Gardens?
Obelisk To Baron Southampton In South West Corner Of St James Gardens is in London, United Kingdom (postcode NW1 2LS), in the parish of Camden, unparished area.
What is Obelisk To Baron Southampton In South West Corner Of St James Gardens?
Obelisk To Baron Southampton In South West Corner Of St James Gardens — a martello broad in england-london, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Obelisk To Baron Southampton In South West Corner Of St James Gardens?
The nearest railway station is London Euston, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode NW1 2LS.
How do I get to Obelisk To Baron Southampton In South West Corner Of St James Gardens?
The nearest railway station is London Euston, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NW1 2LS.