Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland
In or near Auchtertool.
War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Burntisland · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the War Memorial on Kinghorn Road in Burntisland, use postcode KY3 0EQ for sat-nav. The nearest railway station is Burntisland, located 0.4 km away. Entry is free, but please note that the site is not wheelchair accessible.
About
War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland is a category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB22851). 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 C Date Added 31/03/1995 Local Authority Fife Planning Authority Fife Burgh Burntisland NGR NT 23500 85976 Coordinates 323500, 685976 — Circa 1920, further inscribed with boundary wall memorial circa 1945. Celtic Cross War Memorial. 3 steps to low decorative cast-iron rail around 2-tier plinth with inscription at 1st stage and sunk panel at 2nd stage with The Great Michael over commemoration "To the glory of God and in honoured memory of the men of Burntisland who laid down their lives for their country in the Great Wars". Whole surmounted by Celtic Cross with wreath on raked base and sword with entwined banner on shaft dated 1914-1919. Names of fallen to N, E and W. BOUNDARY WALL AND 2ND WORLD WAR MEMORIAL: low coped quadrant walls stepped up with moulded coping over commemorative tablet surmounting stone wreath to N, inscribed with names of 2nd World War dead.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Official information
The Museum of Communication showcases the history of communication technology through various exhibits, including typewriters, radios, and televisions. It is a volunteer-run organization that relies on donations to operate and offers a lecture program throughout the year.
Place summary
The War Memorial on Kinghorn Road in Burntisland, central Scotland, is a category C listed building. It commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the town's historical significance and dedication to remembrance.
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- Coordinates
- 56.0605, -3.2301
- District
- Fife
- Postcode
- KY3 0EQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cowdenbeath and Kirkcaldy
- Nearest railway station
- Burntisland — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Wednesdays and Saturdays until 30 September; group visits by appointment
- Official site
- mocft.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q56628511 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland?
- War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode KY3 0EQ).
- What is War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland?
- War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland?
- The nearest railway station is Burntisland, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode KY3 0EQ.
- Is War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland a listed building?
- War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
- Is War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland free to visit?
- Yes, War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland is free to enter.
- How do I get to War Memorial, Kinghorn Road, Burntisland?
- The nearest railway station is Burntisland, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KY3 0EQ.