Memorials & monuments Β· Central Scotland
War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow
In or near Glasgow.
War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow β category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 minβ45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Pollokshields East Β· 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The War Memorial is located at Albert Drive, Glasgow, with the postcode G41 2RJ. The nearest railway station is Pollokshields East, which is 0.5 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB33478). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 26/02/1990 Local Authority Glasgow Planning Authority Glasgow Burgh Glasgow NGR NS 57585 63433 Coordinates 257585, 663433 β War memorial erected circa 1920, a version of the Ruthwell Cross, with sculptured panels; raised on octagonal stepped base bearing names of those killed. Granite.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
The War Memorial on Albert Drive in Glasgow is a category B listed building. It commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the historical significance of the site within central Scotland.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8430, -4.2760
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G41 2RJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow South West
- Nearest railway station
- Pollokshields East β 0.5 km
- Official site
- zia-ul-quran.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q17813743 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow?
- War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G41 2RJ).
- What is War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow?
- War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow β category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow?
- The nearest railway station is Pollokshields East, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode G41 2RJ.
- Is War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow a listed building?
- War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow free to visit?
- Yes, War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow is free to enter.
- How do I get to War Memorial, Albert Drive, Glasgow?
- The nearest railway station is Pollokshields East, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G41 2RJ.