Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
War Memorial, Bolton
War Memorial, Bolton — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
War Memorial, Bolton is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB6390). 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 30/03/1992 Local Authority East Lothian Planning Authority East Lothian Parish Bolton NGR NT 50710 70053 Coordinates 350710, 670053 — A N Paterosn, 1921. Red sandstone ashlar war memorial. Triangular section to shaft, with diagonal angle pilasters, and set on ashlar base. 2 ashlar drinking bowls set in moulded panels on 2 faces; names of fallen heroes incised in frieze above, and dedication in frieze of cornice. Moulded base to ashlar finial above, comprised of 3 crosses, clasping a shaft. — Noteable design of war memorial for its practical, and somewhat unusual combination with drinking fountain. For nearby precedent, see East Saltoun Fountain.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
The War Memorial in Bolton, located in central Scotland, is a category B listed building. It commemorates those who served in the armed forces, reflecting the town's historical significance and dedication to remembrance.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9210, -2.7903
- District
- East Lothian
- Postcode
- EH41 4HL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lothian East
Sources
- wikidata: Q17796124 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is War Memorial, Bolton?
- War Memorial, Bolton is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH41 4HL).
- Is War Memorial, Bolton a listed building?
- War Memorial, Bolton is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is War Memorial, Bolton free to visit?
- Yes, War Memorial, Bolton is free to enter.
- How do I get to War Memorial, Bolton?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode EH41 4HL. It sits within the Lothian East parliamentary constituency.