Statue of Oliver Cromwell, Grade II listed iron statue in Warrington, England
The Statue of Oliver Cromwell stands on Bridge Street as an iron figure showing the historical leader holding both a sword and a bible. The work is positioned in front of Warrington Academy and can be viewed from multiple angles in this central location.
John Bell created the iron statue in 1862 for the London Exhibition, and it was later transported to Warrington where Frederick Monks oversaw its installation in 1899. The year of placement marked 300 years since Cromwell's birth and reflected the town's connection to events from the English Civil War period.
The statue stands near Cromwell's Cottage on Church Street, where he commanded forces during the second English Civil War in 1648.
The sculpture sits on public Bridge Street and is accessible at any time without restrictions. Its central location makes it easy to view the piece and examine the details of the iron casting and design.
Only five public statues of Oliver Cromwell stand throughout the entire United Kingdom, making this one particularly uncommon. This rarity makes it a noteworthy stop for visitors interested in how the nation chooses to remember this divisive historical figure.
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