Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
West Rainton War Memorial
West Rainton War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
Alexander P Kapp — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Chester-le-Street · 6.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
West Rainton War Memorial is a public memorial in the Scottish Lowlands, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the City of Durham parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Chester-le-Street, about 6.6 km away. Postcode area DH4.
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Place summary
West Rainton War Memorial is located in the Scottish Lowlands within the parish of West Rainton and Leamside, postcode DH4. This memorial commemorates local individuals who served in conflicts, reflecting the area's historical engagement in military service.
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- Coordinates
- 54.8161, -1.4994
- District
- County Durham
- Parish
- West Rainton and Leamside
- Postcode
- DH4 6NS
- Parliamentary constituency
- City of Durham
- Nearest railway station
- Chester-le-Street — 6.6 km
Sources
- osm: n913837434 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Rainton War Memorial?
- West Rainton War Memorial is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode DH4 6NS), in the parish of West Rainton and Leamside.
- Is West Rainton War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, West Rainton War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to West Rainton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Chester-le-Street, about 6.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DH4 6NS.