Memorials & monuments · London
The Obelisk
In or near City of Westminster.
The Obelisk is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
Christopher Hilton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Mitcham Junction · 0.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Obelisk is a public memorial in London, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Mitcham and Morden parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Mitcham Junction, about 0.8 km away. Postcode area CR4.
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Official information
The Wandle Industrial Museum focuses on preserving and interpreting the heritage of the industries and people associated with the River Wandle. Visitors can explore various exhibitions, including stories of women who played significant roles in the local mills and properties.
Place summary
The Obelisk is a memorial located in the unparished area of Merton, London, postcode CR4. It serves as a notable landmark within the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3992, -0.1645
- District
- Merton
- Parish
- Merton, unparished area
- Postcode
- CR4 4FH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mitcham and Morden
- Phone
- 020 8648 0127
- Nearest railway station
- Mitcham Junction — 0.8 km
- Opening
- Wednesday 1-4pm and Sundays 2-5pm; closed Bank Holiday Weekends
- Official site
- www.wandle.org
Sources
- osm: n26545708 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Obelisk?
- The Obelisk is in London, United Kingdom (postcode CR4 4FH), in the parish of Merton, unparished area.
- What is The Obelisk?
- The Obelisk is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Obelisk?
- The nearest railway station is Mitcham Junction, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode CR4 4FH.
- Is The Obelisk free to visit?
- Yes, The Obelisk is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Obelisk?
- The nearest railway station is Mitcham Junction, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CR4 4FH.