Edith Cavell Memorial Monument
Bronze memorial honoring WWI nurse Edith Cavell
A bronze-and-stone memorial in central London commemorating nurse Edith Cavell; visitors interested in First World War history pause here near major cultural sites.
Edith Cavell Memorial at a Glance#
Address: St Martin’s Place / Trafalgar Square area, London, UK
Admission: Free
How to Get to Edith Cavell Memorial#
The memorial is in central London, adjacent to Trafalgar Square and St Martin’s Place. It is a short walk from Charing Cross or Leicester Square Underground stations; several bus routes run along the nearby Strand.
Tips for Visiting Edith Cavell Memorial#
- The memorial is close to Trafalgar Square-approach via St Martin's Place to avoid the busiest tourist flows.
- Visit on 12 October if interested in centenary remembrance events; crowds and ceremonies commonly occur on the anniversary of Edith Cavell's execution (12 Oct 1915).
- The site is outdoors and exposed; winter winds can be sharp-carry a coat when photographing the reliefs.
Best Time to Visit Edith Cavell Memorial#
Any time of year works because it's an urban memorial-spring and autumn offer the most comfortable touring conditions.
Weather & Climate near Edith Cavell Memorial#
Edith Cavell Memorial's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (657 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 8° | 2° | 65 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Acceptable | 2° - 8° | 2° | 42 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 4° | 53 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 48 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Good | 8° - 18° | 13° | 50 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.9 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 11° - 21° | 16° | 55 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 44 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 15.9h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 50 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 59 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 11° | 64 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 5° | 65 mm | overcast | 92% | 3.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 9° | 3° | 62 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.0 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |
