Memorials & monuments · East of England
The Obelisk
In or near Ickworth.
The Obelisk is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Bury St Edmunds · 7.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
The Obelisk is a public memorial in Suffolk, East of England, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the West Suffolk parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Bury St Edmunds, about 7.0 km away. Postcode area IP29.
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Place summary
The Obelisk is a memorial located in Ickworth, Suffolk, in the East of England. It serves as a notable landmark within the parish and is distinguished by its prominent structure.
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- Coordinates
- 52.2077, 0.6415
- County
- Suffolk
- District
- West Suffolk
- Parish
- Ickworth
- Postcode
- IP29 5RL
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Suffolk
- Nearest railway station
- Bury St Edmunds — 7 km
Sources
- osm: n1486358853 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Obelisk?
- The Obelisk is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode IP29 5RL), in the parish of Ickworth.
- 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 Bury St Edmunds, about 7.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode IP29 5RL.
- 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 Bury St Edmunds, about 7.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IP29 5RL.