Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial
In or near Elderslie.
WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
david cameron photographer — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Paisley St James · 0.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
The WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial is located in central Scotland. This memorial commemorates the Belgian refugees who sought sanctuary in the UK during the First World War. Its significance lies in its representation of the human impact of war and the solidarity shown by the British people.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8437, -4.4452
- District
- Renfrewshire
- Postcode
- PA1 2QN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Paisley and Renfrewshire South
- Nearest railway station
- Paisley St James — 0.9 km
Sources
- osm: node/13237927708 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial?
- WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode PA1 2QN).
- What is WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial?
- WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Paisley St James, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA1 2QN.
- Is WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to WWI Belgian Refugees War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Paisley St James, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA1 2QN.