Memorials & monuments · East Midlands
Percy Pilcher Monument
In or near Newton.
Percy Pilcher Monument is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Rugby · 8.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Percy Pilcher Monument is a public memorial in Leicestershire, the West Midlands, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the South Leicestershire parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Rugby, about 8.8 km away. Postcode area LE17.
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Place summary
The Percy Pilcher Monument is a memorial located in Westrill and Starmore, Leicestershire, in the West Midlands. It commemorates Percy Pilcher, an early aviation pioneer. The monument is situated within a designated area, reflecting its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.4087, -1.1301
- County
- Leicestershire
- District
- Harborough
- Parish
- Westrill and Starmore
- Postcode
- LE17 6DH
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Leicestershire
- Nearest railway station
- Rugby — 8.8 km
Sources
- osm: n1783172629 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Percy Pilcher Monument?
- Percy Pilcher Monument is in Leicestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE17 6DH), in the parish of Westrill and Starmore.
- What is Percy Pilcher Monument?
- Percy Pilcher Monument is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Percy Pilcher Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Rugby, about 8.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode LE17 6DH.
- Is Percy Pilcher Monument free to visit?
- Yes, Percy Pilcher Monument is free to enter.
- How do I get to Percy Pilcher Monument?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode LE17 6DH. It sits within the South Leicestershire parliamentary constituency.