Lancashire Fusiliers War Memorial, Bury
Facts and practical information
The Lancashire Fusiliers War Memorial is a First World War memorial dedicated to members of the Lancashire Fusiliers killed in that conflict. Outside the Fusilier Museum in Bury, Greater Manchester, in North West England, it was unveiled in 1922—on the seventh anniversary of the landing at Cape Helles, part of the Gallipoli Campaign in which the regiment suffered particularly heavy casualties. The memorial was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Lutyens was commissioned in light of a family connection—his father and great uncle were officers in the Lancashire Fusiliers, a fact noted on a plaque nearby. He designed a tall, slender obelisk in Portland stone. The regiment's cap badge is carved near the top on the front and rear, surrounded by a laurel wreath. Further down are inscriptions containing the regiment's motto and a dedication. Two painted stone flags hang from the sides. ()
Bury
Lancashire Fusiliers War Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Gigg Lane, Clarence Park, Bury Market, The Fusilier Museum.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to Lancashire Fusiliers War Memorial by public transport?
Bus
- Bury Interchange STAND A • Lines: 135 (2 min walk)
- Bury Interchange STAND P • Lines: 461, 487, 494, 98 (2 min walk)
Train
- Bury, Bolton Street (3 min walk)
Tram
- Bury • Lines: Altr, Bury, Picc (4 min walk)