Ulster Memorial Tower: A Somber Tribute on the Somme
A poignant World War I memorial in Thiepval, France, honoring the brave soldiers of Ulster and their sacrifices during the Battle of the Somme.
The Ulster Memorial Tower, located in Thiepval, France, is a 70-foot stone structure commemorating the Ulstermen who lost their lives during World War I. A replica of Helen's Tower in Northern Ireland, it stands on the former German front line, offering a poignant reminder of the Battle of the Somme.
A brief summary to Ulster Memorial Tower
- Rte de Saint-Pierre Divion, Thiepval, 80300, FR
- +33322748714
- Visit website
Local tips
- The Ulster Memorial Tower is closed on Mondays and during the months of December, January and February.
- Guided tours of Thiepval Wood are available at 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM by prior arrangement; book by emailing ulstertower@sommeassociation.com.
- Admission to the Ulster Memorial Tower is free, but donations to support its upkeep are appreciated.
- Visit the small museum in the visitor center to see artifacts recovered from the battlefields and personal items related to the soldiers of the 36th Ulster Division.
Getting There
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Driving
From Albert, take the D50 North, at Aveluy first crossroads take D20 East, continue until the D20 meets the D151, turn left North onto the D151 direction of Thiepval, continue through Authuille, at Thiepval crossroads take a left onto the D73 North and the Ulster Tower is about 1km on your right. There is parking near the gate of the Ulster Tower. From Arras, take the D917 south to the outskirts of Bapaume, then a right turn onto the D929, at Pozieres take a right onto the D73 to Thiepval, drive through the village, the Ulster Tower is on your right. Tolls may be charged on certain routes.
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Public Transport
The nearest major train station is in Albert. From Albert, you can take a bus towards Thiepval. The bus from ALBERT - Collège Pierre et Marie Curie to THIEPVAL - Eglise takes approximately 25 minutes. Bus tickets cost approximately €1–2. Alternatively, you can take a taxi from Albert to Thiepval Memorial, which costs €15–€19 and takes about 12 minutes.
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