Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar
In or near West Barns.
Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Dunbar · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
The Parish War Memorial is located at postcode EH42 1LA in Dunbar, East Lothian. The nearest railway station is Dunbar, which is 0.2 km away. Entry is free, and the site is accessible for wheelchair users.
About
Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB24843). 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 11/01/1988 Local Authority East Lothian Planning Authority East Lothian Burgh Dunbar NGR NT 68172 78633 Coordinates 368172, 678633 — C S S Johnston, 1902. Sited by N gate of Parish Church. Executed by W Grant Stevenson, Corsehill sandstone obelisk with swags on pedestal and flight of steps. Dedicated to Lothian and Berwickshire. Yeomanry who fell in South Africa.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery features a museum and gallery with changing exhibitions and a local history display. The building, notable for its witch's hat tower, has been a central part of Dunbar since the 16th century and offers community spaces for events.
Place summary
The Parish War Memorial is located on Queen's Road in Dunbar, central Scotland. This memorial is designated as a category B listed building, recognising its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9996, -2.5119
- District
- East Lothian
- Postcode
- EH42 1LA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lothian East
- Phone
- 01620 820699
- Nearest railway station
- Dunbar — 0.2 km
- Opening
- April to September Wed–Sun 1pm–5pm; October to March Sat 2pm–4pm
- Official site
- www.eastlothian.gov.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17804072 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar?
- Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH42 1LA).
- What is Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar?
- Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar?
- The nearest railway station is Dunbar, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH42 1LA.
- Is Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar a listed building?
- Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar free to visit?
- Yes, Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar is free to enter.
- How do I get to Parish War Memorial, Queen's Road, Dunbar?
- The nearest railway station is Dunbar, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH42 1LA.