Equestrian statue of Charles I

The statue presents King Charles I mounted on a horse, wearing armor and holding a baton in his right hand at the intersection of three major roads.

Created by French sculptor Hubert Le Sueur in 1633, the statue was hidden during the English Civil War and later reinstalled at its current location in 1675.

The statue marks the central point of London, from which distances to the city are traditionally measured according to road signage standards.

The memorial stands at the convergence of The Mall, Strand, and Whitehall, making it a central navigation point for visitors exploring central London.

Each year in January, a commemoration service takes place at the statue site, where participants place wreaths in memory of King Charles I.

Location: City of Westminster

Inception: 1633

Architects: Christopher Wren

Creator: Hubert Le Sueur

Made from material: bronze

Part of: list of statues of British royalty in London

GPS coordinates: 51.50734,-0.12768

Latest update: May 13, 2025 14:29