Statue of John Batchelor, Public monument in The Hayes, Cardiff, United Kingdom
The stone statue depicts John Batchelor standing upright in Victorian attire, positioned on a pedestal at an elevation of 11 meters in Cardiff center.
Created by sculptor James Milo Griffith in 1885, this Grade II listed monument honors John Batchelor, a Liberal politician who served as Mayor of Cardiff.
The inscription 'Friend of Freedom' on the statue reflects the Victorian era's emphasis on recording public figures who shaped local communities.
Located near Cardiff Castle, this monument serves as a meeting point and reference for orientation in The Hayes shopping district.
The statue generated a petition of 12,000 signatures opposing its creation, reflecting the strong political divisions in Victorian Cardiff.
Location: Castle
Inception: 1885
Creator: James Milo Griffith
Elevation above the sea: 11 m
GPS coordinates: 51.47955,-3.17647
Latest update: March 15, 2025 09:19
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