Admiral Rodney's Pillar, Breidden Hill, Stone monument on Breidden Hill, Wales
The 54-foot stone obelisk stands at the summit of Breidden Hill, featuring a drum and finial that replaced the original gilded ball in 1847.
Local gentlemen constructed the pillar between 1781 and 1782 to commemorate Admiral George Brydges Rodney's naval victories during the American War of Independence.
The granite panels on the monument display inscriptions in English and formerly Welsh, highlighting the connection between maritime achievements and local heritage.
The monument requires extensive restoration work valued at £160,000, leading to current restricted access and protective fencing around the structure.
The pillar served as a symbol of the region's contribution to British naval power, as local oak timber was transported via River Severn for shipbuilding.
GPS coordinates: 52.72275,-3.04519
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:19
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