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.
Aberystwyth War Memorial at a Glance#
Address: Aberystwyth War Memorial, Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom
About Aberystwyth War Memorial#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 97 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | 3° - 8° | 1° | 70 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 4° - 9° | 3° | 80 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 55 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 53 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 16.5h |
| July | Good | 12° - 19° | 16° | 69 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| August | Good | 12° - 19° | 16° | 85 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.5h |
| September | Good | 10° - 17° | 14° | 88 mm | overcast | 85% | 4.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 8° - 14° | 11° | 109 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Poor | 5° - 11° | 5° | 116 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 4° - 9° | 3° | 109 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
