Public art & sculpture · London
Prudential World War II Memorial
In or near Covent Garden.
Prudential World War II Memorial in England London, United Kingdom.
Peter Trimming — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Chancery Lane · 0.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Prudential World War II Memorial is a public sculpture in England London, United Kingdom, dating from 1950. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.
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Official information
Holborn Mosque serves as a spiritual home for a diverse community in Central London, offering daily prayers, Islamic education, and community outreach programs. It provides a welcoming environment for worshippers and students of all ages to engage in spiritual and educational activities.
Place summary
The Prudential World War II Memorial is a public art installation located in London, established in 1950. It commemorates the contributions and sacrifices made during the Second World War.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5181, -0.1105
- District
- Camden
- Parish
- Camden, unparished area
- Postcode
- EC1N 7RR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Holborn and St Pancras
- Established
- 1950
- Nearest railway station
- Chancery Lane — 0.1 km
- Official site
- holbornmosque.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q83432905 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Prudential World War II Memorial?
- Prudential World War II Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode EC1N 7RR), in the parish of Camden, unparished area.
- What is Prudential World War II Memorial?
- Prudential World War II Memorial in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Prudential World War II Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Chancery Lane, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode EC1N 7RR.
- When was Prudential World War II Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1950.
- Is Prudential World War II Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Prudential World War II Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Prudential World War II Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Chancery Lane, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EC1N 7RR.