Marlowe Memorial, Canterbury
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The Marlowe Memorial is a statue and four statuettes erected in memory of the playwright and poet Christopher Marlowe in 1891 in Canterbury, England. The memorial was commissioned by a Marlowe Memorial Committee, and comprises a bronze statue, The Muse of Poetry sculpted by Edward Onslow Ford, standing on a plinth decorated with statuettes of actors playing Marlowe roles. The statue is now situated outside the city's Marlowe Theatre. ()
Completed: 1891 (133 years ago)Coordinates: 51°16'32"N, 1°4'42"E
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Canterbury
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Day trips
Marlowe Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, Canterbury Roman Museum, Westgate.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Marlowe Memorial?
Nearby attractions include Dane John Mound, Canterbury (1 min walk), Canterbury Castle, Canterbury (4 min walk), Canterbury Heritage Museum, Canterbury (6 min walk), Canterbury Roman Museum, Canterbury (7 min walk).
How to get to Marlowe Memorial by public transport?
The nearest stations to Marlowe Memorial:
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- Canterbury East Railway Station • Lines: 3B, Stagecoach 6, Stagecoach 6A, Triangle (3 min walk)
- Bus Station • Lines: 3B (4 min walk)
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- Canterbury East (4 min walk)
- Canterbury West (16 min walk)