Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff
In or near Whitehills.
War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff is a category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB21960). 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 22/02/1972 Local Authority Aberdeenshire Planning Authority Aberdeenshire Burgh Banff NGR NJ 68867 64230 Coordinates 368867, 864230 — Dr William Kelly, 1920-1. Polished pale grey granite ashlar cenotaph standing on shallow steps within in shallow hemicycle wall executed of similar pale granite with some contrasting darker, bull-faced granite blocks. Plaques recording names of fallen, l914-19 and 1939-45 set in outer ends of hemicycle, the centre portion of chequered granite blocks with voids revealing glimpses of Banff Bay to E. — Plaque records that foundation stone was laid by HRH Princess Royal, 27 May, 1921.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
The War Memorial on Castle Street in Banff is a category B listed building located in the Scottish Highlands. It commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the community's respect and remembrance. The memorial's design and historical significance contribute to its recognition as an important local landmark.
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- Coordinates
- 57.6669, -2.5235
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB45 1FQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
Sources
- wikidata: Q17774568 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff?
- War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB45 1FQ).
- What is War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff?
- War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff — category B listed building-listed memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff?
- Drivers can use postcode AB45 1FQ.
- Is War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff a listed building?
- War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff free to visit?
- Yes, War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff is free to enter.
- How do I get to War Memorial, Castle Street, Banff?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode AB45 1FQ. It sits within the Aberdeenshire North and Moray East parliamentary constituency.