Anstruther War Memorial
Landmark In Fife, Scotland
A large tower shaped landmark that sits on the edge of a golf course overlooking the firth of forth.
The Anstruther War Memorial is an impressive baronial style structure that sits on the edge of the Billowness Golf Course overlooking the Firth of Forth. I had spotted it from Anstruther Harbour sitting high on the windswept headland to the south west. From a distance it looked like a small tower house which immediately drew my interest.
It was built to commemorate the locals who lost their lives in the First World War. Their names along with their rank are listed on embedded plaques. One side of the memorial lists the men and a woman who came from Anstruther Easter and the another for the men of Anstruther Wester.
The memorial was designed by the St Andrews architect, Anderson and was built by James Thomson of St Monans at a cost of £550. The sculpted parts of the memorial were carved by John Thomson of Leven.
The impressive 7.5m tall turreted stone structure was unveiled on Christmas Day of 1921. Unfortunately it is not possible to enter the memorial. There is a lovely beach near the memorial, I great place to relax and enjoy the views.
I could of walked from the harbour, but instead drove closer and found some street parking close to the golf club. A short stroll up the coastal path, then straight up the edge of the golf course next to the overgrown shrubs and you reach the memorial. Please keep an eye out for stray golf balls on this busy golf course.
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How To Find Anstruther War Memorial
Where Is Anstruther War Memorial?
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56.21707561562768, -2.7086228403083785
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Where To Park For Anstruther War Memorial?
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56.219520622430935, -2.706020731382216
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There is roadside parking on Bankwell and Shore Road.
Contributed by Lorraine London
I have been a keen hill walker for many years and more recently enjoy trig bagging. When I'm not exploring Northumberland, County Durham and Yorkshire, I spend most of my holidays in bonny Scotland. Other than hills, I love investigating ruinous buildings and waterfalls. I have been a member of NT and EH for years, which also gives me access to Historic Environment Scotland places.
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