William Wakefield Memorial, Wellington

Name: William Wakefield Memorial
Address: Wellington, New Zealand

#49 among attractions in Wellington

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The William Wakefield Memorial is a rare New Zealand example of an early memorial commemorating one of the original European settlers. It was ordered in 1850, some time after the death of William Wakefield, an important but controversial agent for the New Zealand Company. It was not put up until 1882, but even after then, it was rare to commemorate settlers with a memorial. Originally placed in the Basin Reserve, the main cricket ground in Wellington, it was relocated to outside the cricket ground, before being restored in 2006 by Wellington City Council and placed close to its original location. ()

Completed: 1882 (142 years ago)Coordinates: 41°18'2"S, 174°46'52"E

Address

Lambton Ward (Mt. Cook)Wellington New Zealand

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William Wakefield Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Courtenay Place, Embassy Theatre, National War Memorial, Hannah Playhouse.

0.5 miN
Shopping, Shopping district
Courtenay Place, Wellington
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Embassy Theatre, Wellington
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~1230 ftNW
Memorial, Monuments and statues, Specialty museum
National War Memorial, Wellington
6 min walk • The National War Memorial in Wellington, New Zealand, stands as a poignant tribute to the sacrifices made by the country's servicemen and women. Located in the capital city's Buckle Street, the memorial complex comprises the War Memorial Carillon and the Hall of...
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Theater, Concerts and shows
Hannah Playhouse, Wellington
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Wellington, New Zealand, Hannah Playhouse stands as a beacon of cultural expression and performing arts. This iconic theatre, with its distinct architectural design, has been a pivotal platform for theatrical performances since its establishment.
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St. James Theatre, Wellington
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0.5 miN
Museum, Cinema
Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision, Wellington
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Theater, Concerts and shows
BATS Theatre, Wellington
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~1260 ftNW
Memorial
Tomb of the Unknown Warrior, Wellington
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~590 ftW
41°17'60"S • 174°46'44"E
New Zealand Cricket Museum, Wellington
3 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
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Museum, Art museum
Enjoy Contemporary Art Space, Wellington
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to William Wakefield Memorial?

Nearby attractions include New Zealand Cricket Museum, Wellington (3 min walk), Te Papa National Archives, Wellington (5 min walk), Pukeahu National War Memorial Park, Wellington (6 min walk), Dominion Museum building, Wellington (6 min walk).

How to get to William Wakefield Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to William Wakefield Memorial:

Train

Lambton (30 min walk)
Talavera (31 min walk)

Ferry

Wellington Harbour Ferry (31 min walk)

Bus

Kilbirnie - Stop C • Lines: 3 (36 min walk)
Kilbirnie - Stop A • Lines: 2, 20, 24, 91 (36 min walk)