Memorials & monuments · North East England
South African War Memorial
In or near Felling.
South African War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Gateshead Stadium · 2.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
South African War Memorial is a public memorial in the Scottish Lowlands, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Gateshead Central and Whickham parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Gateshead Stadium, about 2.0 km away. Postcode area NE8.
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Place summary
The South African War Memorial is located in Gateshead, an unparished area in the Scottish Lowlands. This memorial commemorates those who served in the South African War. It is a significant historical site, reflecting the region's connection to military history.
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- Coordinates
- 54.9421, -1.6045
- District
- Gateshead
- Parish
- Gateshead, unparished area
- Postcode
- NE8 4SF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Gateshead Central and Whickham
- Nearest railway station
- Gateshead Stadium — 2 km
- Official site
- www.gateshead.gov.uk
Sources
- osm: n1152914066 (ODbL)
- commons: Boer War Memorial, Saltwell Park - geograph.org.uk - 1580717.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is South African War Memorial?
- South African War Memorial is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE8 4SF), in the parish of Gateshead, unparished area.
- What is South African War Memorial?
- South African War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to South African War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Gateshead Stadium, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE8 4SF.
- Is South African War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, South African War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to South African War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Gateshead Stadium, about 2.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE8 4SF.