Statue of Robert Peel, Bronze memorial statue in Parliament Square, Westminster, United Kingdom.
The bronze figure of Robert Peel stands facing Great George Street on a granite base in the south-west section of Parliament Square.
Matthew Noble completed this statue in 1876 as one of the first three monuments placed in Parliament Square near the Houses of Parliament.
The statue represents Robert Peel's legacy as Prime Minister and founder of London's Metropolitan Police Service, known as 'Bobbies' in his honor.
Visitors can access the Grade II listed statue through Westminster Underground station and combine their visit with tours of nearby Parliament buildings.
The statue survived recent protests in 2020, maintaining its position as part of Parliament Square's collection of British political figures.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1876
Creator: Matthew Noble
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 51.50049,-0.12729
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:14
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