Marquess of Londonderry Statue
Wheelchair accessible
A monument in Durham, England, dedicated to Charles William Vane Stewart, the 3rd Marquess of Londonderry, known for its strange legend and controversial history.

šŸ“œ Double-life-sized equestrian statue of Charles William Vane Stewart, the 3rd Marquess of Londonderry, sculpted by Raphael Monti.
šŸ” Unveiled in Durham Market Place on December 2, 1861, it is thought to be the largest copperplated statue ever produced, and is known for a legend about its horse's tongue.

Why Go

šŸ“ Admire the impressive copperplated equestrian statue.
šŸ“– Discover the strange legend of the horse's tongue and the sculptor's supposed fate.
šŸš¶ Easily accessible in the city center, less than half a mile from the train station.

Why Avoid

šŸš« Controversial figure: Lord Londonderry insisted on child labor and opposed workers' rights.
šŸ¤” Locals also note its rear end faces the southern approach.

Tips

šŸ“ Originally in front of the market place church, moved closer to the southern entrance in 2010.
šŸ…æļø Statue is on several steps, visible at any time.
šŸš‚ Less than half a mile from the train station.

šŸ•’ Hours

Always accessible.

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