Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Obelisk
In or near Darton.
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
- Clayton West · 2.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The Obelisk is a public memorial in Yorkshire, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Ossett and Denby Dale parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Clayton West, about 2.3 km away. Postcode area HD8.
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Place summary
The Obelisk is a memorial located in Denby Dale, Yorkshire. It serves as a notable landmark in the area, although specific details about its era or design are not provided.
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- Coordinates
- 53.6084, -1.5823
- District
- Kirklees
- Parish
- Denby Dale
- Postcode
- HD8 9LT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ossett and Denby Dale
- Nearest railway station
- Clayton West — 2.3 km
- Official site
- www.ysp.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n2595707761 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Obelisk?
- The Obelisk is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HD8 9LT), in the parish of Denby Dale.
- 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 Clayton West, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode HD8 9LT.
- 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 Clayton West, about 2.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HD8 9LT.