Statue of Captain Albert Ball, Nottingham

Name: Statue of Captain Albert Ball
Address: Nottingham, United Kingdom

#56 among attractions in Nottingham

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Statue of Captain Albert Ball, Nottingham

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A statue of Captain Albert Ball stands in Nottingham Castle Gardens, in Nottingham, England. It comprises a bronze sculpture by Henry Poole which depicts the British fighter pilot Captain Albert Ball VC DSO & Two Bars, MC accompanied by an allegorical female figure, standing on a stone pedestal by the architect Edwin Alfred Rickards. The memorial was unveiled in 1921, was listed at Grade II in 1972, upgraded to Grade I in 2017. ()

Coordinates: 52°56'59"N, 1°9'15"W

Address

Radford and ParkNottingham United Kingdom

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Day trips

Statue of Captain Albert Ball – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, Nottingham Castle, intu Broadmarsh, Nottingham Council House.

~350 ftSE
Nightlife
Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, Nottingham
2 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Nottingham, Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem stakes its claim as one of England's oldest and most intriguing public houses. Dating back to 1189, this storied inn is said to have been a resting spot for knights en route to the Crusades, hence...
~140 ftW
Museum, History museum, Garden
Nottingham Castle, Nottingham
1 min walk • Perched high on a sandstone outcrop overlooking the city of Nottingham, Nottingham Castle commands attention as a significant cultural landmark and museum in the United Kingdom. This historic site, with its roots stretching back to the Norman period, has been...
~1360 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
intu Broadmarsh, Nottingham
7 min walk • Intu Broadmarsh, once a bustling retail hub in the heart of Nottingham, United Kingdom, is a shopping centre with a rich history that has seen better days. The centre was strategically located between the busy thoroughfares of Middle Pavement and Lister Gate...
~1860 ftNE
Shopping centre, Shopping, City hall
Nottingham Council House, Nottingham
9 min walk • Nottingham Council House stands as a proud emblem of civic pride in the heart of Nottingham, United Kingdom. This stately building, functioning as the city hall, is a masterpiece of neo-Baroque architecture, inaugurated in 1929.
~1600 ftNE
Square
Old Market Square, Nottingham
8 min walk • Nestled at the heart of Nottingham, Old Market Square is a historic and vibrant hub that has long served as a focal point for the city's social and civic life. Known as the largest public space in the United Kingdom after London's Trafalgar Square, it is a place...
~1700 ftE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
City of Caves, Nottingham
9 min walk • Nestled beneath the bustling streets of Nottingham, the City of Caves offers a unique glimpse into the underground world that once served as a vital part of the city's history. This extensive network of man-made caves, carved out of sandstone, has been used for various...
~670 ftSE
Church
Grace Church Nottingham, Nottingham
4 min walk • Grace Church Nottingham stands as a beacon of faith and community in the bustling city of Nottingham, United Kingdom. This dynamic church is not just a place of worship but a thriving hub where individuals and families from diverse backgrounds come together to connect...
~1040 ftE
Dancing, Nightlife
Ocean, Nottingham
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Nottingham, United Kingdom, Ocean is a vibrant nightclub that has become a staple of the city's nightlife scene. Known for its lively atmosphere and eclectic mix of music, Ocean has carved out a niche as a go-to destination for students...
~1860 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Nottingham Contemporary, Nottingham
9 min walk • Nottingham Contemporary is a contemporary art centre in the Lace Market area of Nottingham. The gallery opened in 2009. The gallery describes its site as being "the oldest in the city", having been the site of a Saxon fort.
~1610 ftN
Performing arts, Monuments and statues
Sky Mirror, Nottingham
8 min walk • Sky Mirror is a public sculpture by artist Anish Kapoor. Commissioned by the Nottingham Playhouse, it is installed outside the theatre in Wellington Circus, Nottingham, England. Sky Mirror is a 6-metre-wide -wide concave dish of polished stainless steel weighing 10 tonnes and angled up towards the sky.
~1440 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St Peter's Church, Nottingham
7 min walk • St Peter's Church, formally The Church of St Peter with St James, is an Anglican parish church in the city centre of Nottingham, England. It is part of the parish of All Saints', St Mary's and St Peter's, Nottingham.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Statue of Captain Albert Ball?

Nearby attractions include Nottingham Castle, Nottingham (1 min walk), Grace Church Nottingham, Nottingham (4 min walk), St Nicholas Church, Nottingham (4 min walk), Houndsgate, Nottingham (6 min walk).

How to get to Statue of Captain Albert Ball by public transport?

The nearest stations to Statue of Captain Albert Ball:

Bus

Central College Nottingham • Lines: 18, 20, 21, L5, Skylink (3 min walk)
Maid Marian Way • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 34, 4, 48, 50, 76, 77, 78, 79, 90, Citylink 1, Cotgrave Connection, Keyworth Connection, L5, N34, N4, Rushcliffe Villager, W2, W4, Xprss (4 min walk)

Tram

Old Market Square • Lines: 1, 2 (8 min walk)
Royal Centre • Lines: 1, 2 (10 min walk)

Train

Nottingham (11 min walk)