Peel Monument, Ramsbottom
The Peel Monument at Ramsbottom, Lancashire, England, is one of two monuments in the area erected in memory of Prime Minister and founder of the police force Robert Peel, who was born in Bury. It is on Harcles Hill near Ramsbottom, 1100 feet (335 metres) above sea level. Because of its proximity to the village of Holcombe, Harcles Hill is more commonly known as Holcombe Hill and the monument as Holcombe or Peel Tower.
- See peel tower for the generic structure
Aerial photo of Peel Monument overlooking Holcombe and Bury | |
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| Location | Holcombe Moor near Ramsbottom |
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| Material | Gritstone |
| Height | 128 feet |
| Completion date | 1852 |
| Dedicated to | Robert Peel |
Construction began soon after Peel's death in 1850, and the monument was officially opened on 9 September 1852. It cost £1000 to build and is 128 feet (39 m) tall.
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