War Memorial Gateway to Astley Park, Chorley
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War Memorial Gateway to Astley Park, Chorley
Image: © David Dixon Taken: 11 Jun 2014
The War Memorial Gateway Arch was erected at the Park Road entrance to Astley Park around 1923. Probably of nineteenth century origin, it had previously marked the entrance to the Gillibrand Estate and was moved to this location as a war memorial. The frieze now lettered: PRO PATRIA 1914-1918 It was officially opened and dedicated at a civic ceremony on 31st May 1924. The Memorial Arch is a grade II listed building (English Heritage Building ID: 357575 http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-357575-war-memorial-gateway-to-astley-park-lanc British Listed Buildings)
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Image Location
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53.655285
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-2.63363