Memorials & monuments · East of England
R101 memorial
In or near Cardington.
R101 memorial — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Bedford St Johns · 3.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
R101 memorial is a memorial located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The R101 memorial is located in London and commemorates the airship R101, which tragically crashed in 1930 during its maiden voyage. This memorial serves as a reminder of the era of airship travel and the risks involved.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1195, -0.4164
- District
- Bedford
- Parish
- Cardington
- Postcode
- MK44 3SS
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Bedfordshire
- Nearest railway station
- Bedford St Johns — 3.7 km
Sources
- osm: node/6040463445 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is R101 memorial?
- R101 memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode MK44 3SS), in the parish of Cardington.
- What is R101 memorial?
- R101 memorial — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to R101 memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Bedford St Johns, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode MK44 3SS.
- Is R101 memorial free to visit?
- Yes, R101 memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to R101 memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Bedford St Johns, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode MK44 3SS.