Memorials & monuments · Mid Wales
Machynlleth War Memorial
Machynlleth War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Machynlleth · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Machynlleth War Memorial is a public memorial in Mid Wales, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Machynlleth, about 0.4 km away. Postcode area SY20.
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Heritage listing
Reason for designation: Group value with Minfor, Llys Maldwyn, the Pillar-Box and No 36. History: Unveiled l0th April l924 designed by T Leonard Williams FRIBA of London and erected by A S Gilliam of Bryscom Quarries Ltd, Somerset. Exterior: Classical, cenotaph derived, type granite memorial on stepped platform. Crucifix finial over parapet inscribed Coffa r Dewr; this is linked to the wide and deep cornice by volute brackets. Bronze tablets to centre flanked by paired polished Aberdeen marble columns with polished slate capitals and bases; the outer columns are stepped back on the sides. Plain face to NE (rear). Location: Facing SW at the top of Penrallt Street at the junction with Heol-y-Doll and Maes Glas; opposite the churchyard. On sloping site.
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Place summary
Machynlleth War Memorial is located in the parish of Machynlleth, Mid Wales. This memorial commemorates those who served in conflicts and is a notable landmark in the area. Its presence reflects the local community's remembrance of its historical sacrifices.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5919, -3.8527
- District
- Powys
- Parish
- Machynlleth
- Postcode
- SY20 8AW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr
- Nearest railway station
- Machynlleth — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Tu-Fr 10:00-16:00; Sa 10:00-13:00
- Official site
- moma.cymru
Sources
- osm: n2284417522 (ODbL)
- commons: War Memorial,Heol Penrallt.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Machynlleth War Memorial?
- Machynlleth War Memorial is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY20 8AW), in the parish of Machynlleth.
- Is Machynlleth War Memorial a listed building?
- Machynlleth War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Machynlleth War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Machynlleth War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Machynlleth War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Machynlleth, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY20 8AW.