The Cenotaph
đź“Ť Prospect Pl W Pk, Harrogate HG1 1PE, UK
About The Cenotaph
The Cenotaph stands proudly in Harrogate, a poignant war memorial dedicated to honouring those who served. As a significant historical landmark, it offers visitors a place for quiet contemplation and remembrance. This well-regarded site boasts an impressive Google rating of 4.5/5, reflecting its importance and the positive experiences of those who visit.
Beyond its solemn purpose, the Cenotaph area is appreciated as a lovely open space. Visitors frequently commend it as an ideal spot to relax on benches, catch up with friends, or simply enjoy a quiet moment in the heart of Harrogate. It serves as a testament to history while providing a serene environment for the community and tourists alike.
Visiting Information
The Cenotaph is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, welcoming visitors at any time. For convenience, it offers excellent accessibility features, including wheelchair-accessible parking and a wheelchair-accessible entrance, ensuring that all can pay their respects or enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
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đź“Ť Prospect Pl W Pk, Harrogate HG1 1PE, UK
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Showing 5 of 33 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 5 February 2026.
Nice open area to relax with some benches
A lovely area to sit on a bench and catch up with friends with a coffee. More bins need to be put in this area though as those in place are always overflowing the minute we get nice weather and the grass is often left littered with rubbish as people see the full bins and aren’t considerate enough to carry their rubbish to find another bin. Wish they wouldn’t use this spot for fairground rides like they did a few months ago as it ruins the grass and takes ages for it to recover and start looking nice again.
This is longest one I ever seen in UK
Surrounded by low walls, seats and a grassed area with well kept flower beds. A fitting tribute to the fallen. It's a pity our visit was interrupted by someone who chose to park his derriere on the base of the monument swilling wine from a bottle, smoking cigarettes and playing UB40 tracks from his phone through a Bluetooth speaker!
Great spot to chill or have lunch. There are plenty of food options, all within 5 minutes walk. There are plenty of places to sit, even on crowded days.