Memorials & monuments · East of England
The Whalebone
In or near Wimbotsham.
The Whalebone — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
John Sutton — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Downham Market · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
The Whalebone 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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Official information
Discover Downham Heritage Centre showcases artefacts and events related to the history of Downham Market and its surrounding area. Visitors can explore interactive displays, family and property records, and enjoy research facilities in a welcoming environment.
Place summary
The Whalebone is a memorial located in London. It commemorates the whaling industry and serves as a notable maritime landmark. The structure's distinctive design reflects its historical significance in the context of London's maritime heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 52.6029, 0.3734
- County
- Norfolk
- District
- King's Lynn and West Norfolk
- Parish
- Downham Market
- Postcode
- PE38 9JS
- Parliamentary constituency
- South West Norfolk
- Phone
- 01366 384428
- Nearest railway station
- Downham Market — 0.5 km
- Opening
- Thursdays and Fridays 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Saturdays 10am – 1:00 pm; Free Entry
- Official site
- www.discoverdownham.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/9986574594 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Whalebone?
- The Whalebone is in Norfolk, London, United Kingdom (postcode PE38 9JS), in the parish of Downham Market.
- What is The Whalebone?
- The Whalebone — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Whalebone?
- The nearest railway station is Downham Market, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode PE38 9JS.
- Is The Whalebone free to visit?
- Yes, The Whalebone is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Whalebone?
- The nearest railway station is Downham Market, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PE38 9JS.