Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone
In or near Ormiston.
War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone — 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
- Prestonpans · 3.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The War Memorial is located on Main Street in Elphinstone, East Lothian, postcode EH33 2NY. The nearest railway station is Prestonpans, which is 3.5 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone is a category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom, registered on the Historic Environment Scotland register (entry LB17551). 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 30/03/1992 Local Authority East Lothian Planning Authority East Lothian Parish Tranent NGR NT 39582 70282 Coordinates 339582, 670282 — 1920. Grey stone war memorial formed of stepped base, rock-worked trapezoid pedestal bearing scroll inscribed with roll of honour, and surmounted by simple cross, inscribed with dedication and lily carving at inersection. — The war memorial was unveiled on 11 September 1920.
From Historic Environment Scotland under OGL v3.
Place summary
The War Memorial on Main Street in Elphinstone, central Scotland, is a category C listed building. It serves as a tribute to those who served in conflicts, reflecting the local community's remembrance and respect.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9218, -2.9683
- District
- East Lothian
- Postcode
- EH33 2NY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Lothian East
- Nearest railway station
- Prestonpans — 3.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q56622930 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone?
- War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH33 2NY).
- What is War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone?
- War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone — category C listed building-listed memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone?
- The nearest railway station is Prestonpans, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH33 2NY.
- Is War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone a listed building?
- War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone is officially recognised as category C listed building listed.
- Is War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone free to visit?
- Yes, War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone is free to enter.
- How do I get to War Memorial, Main Street, Elphinstone?
- The nearest railway station is Prestonpans, about 3.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH33 2NY.