Aberystwyth War Memorial
Monument Town war memorial commemorating local service personnel
Sited on Aberystwyth’s seafront, the war memorial commemorates local servicemen; visitors combine a visit with coastal promenades and local history enquiries.
The Aberystwyth War Memorial is a civic monument in the town of Aberystwyth, Wales, erected to commemorate local servicemen and women who died in major 20th-century conflicts.
The memorial lists names of the fallen and functions as a focus for local remembrance ceremonies and commemorative events. It is a formal stone monument designed for public visitation and reflection.
The memorial was erected to honour those from the Aberystwyth area who lost their lives in 20th-century wars and has since been the site of annual remembrance services.
Located within the town of Aberystwyth in Ceredigion, the memorial is sited in a publicly accessible place within the urban area and is visited from the town centre.
How to Get to Aberystwyth War Memorial #
On the Aberystwyth seafront, an easy walk from the town centre and Aberystwyth train station.
Tips for Visiting Aberystwyth War Memorial #
- The memorial is outdoors and best seen at dawn for soft light and fewer visitors.
- Combine with a walk along the seafront to reflect on the town's maritime connections to wartime history.
Best Time to Visit Aberystwyth War Memorial #
Any time of year; mornings are quieter for contemplation.
Weather & Climate near Aberystwyth War Memorial #
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1001 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and mostly overcast skies.