Whilst we were walking in Hyde Park, Sue and I came across the statue of Peter Pan. The statue was … More
Tag: statues and memorials in London
Statues and Monuments: William Wallace
William Wallace was a member of the lower Scottish nobility. He was born in 1270 and fought in the wars … More
Statues and Monuments: The Cavalry Memorial
A bronze sculpture of St George defeating the dragon in Hyde Park. It commemorates members of the Cavalry regiments killed … More
Statues and Monuments: Sir Peter Scott
Peter Scott was born in September 1909. His father, the Antartic explorer, Robert Falcon Scott, died when he was only … More
Statues and Monuments: The Meeting Place
This 9-metre high sculpture by Paul Day was unveiled in 2007 in St Pancras International Station. It received harsh criticism … More
Statues and Monuments: King Edward VII
Edward was the eldest son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. He ascended to the throne at the age of … More
Statues and Monuments: Sir John Fox Burgoyne
Born in 1782, he was brought up by his Uncle, the Earl of Derby, after his father died the same … More
Statues and Monuments: Lord Clyde
Colin Campbell was born, Colin MacIver, in Glasgow in October 1792. After school, his uncle Major John Campbell, arranged for … More
Statues and Monuments: The Huntress
The Huntress Fountain, which is found in the Rose Garden in Hyde Park, is a bronze figure of Diana, Goddess … More
Statues and Monuments: West Gate, Twickenham
The original West Gate at Twickenham rugby stadium contains a number of memorials. On top of the gates are 4 … More