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Albert Memorial

Castlewellan Granite

  • Igneous
  • Granite
  • 399 Ma

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Location of Geological Feature
Grey granite forming the plinths for the statuary situated at the four corners of the monument's foundations.
Rock Type
Granite
Geological Age
399 Ma
Quarry Location
Castlewellan, Co. Down, Northern Ireland.
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Knightsbridge
Address
Kensington Gardens W2 2UH
Albert Memorial — Castlewellan Granite
Castlewellan Granite at Albert Memorial
Castlewellan Granite at Albert Memorial (detail 2)
    Entry submitted by Ruth

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