Who designed St Pancras?
George Gilbert Scott
William Henry Barlow
St Pancras International/Architects
Who saved St Pancras station?
Sir John Betjeman
Poet, Sir John Betjeman led a campaign to save St. Pancras Station and the Chambers from demolition in the 1960’s. In tribute to the famous poet and railway enthusiast an 8.5ft sculpture by Martin Jennings has been designed to celebrate the man and his poetry.
What is St Pancras known for?
As the name of London’s second busiest railway and underground station, the name ‘St Pancras’ is well known to many Londoners, as well as travellers from abroad, as the station is the terminus for Eurostar trains arriving from Europe. The station is also across the road from the British Library.
Why is St Pancras called that?
The parish was named after Saint Pancras, a 14-year-old boy who had converted to Christianity and would not renounce his faith. As a result, he was beheaded by Diocletian in Rome in 304AD. He is the patron saint of children. St Pancras is a Greek name meaning ‘the one that holds everything’.
Why called Kings Cross?
The name derives from a statue-topped structure erected in 1830 on the junction, or crossroads, between the roads now known as Euston Road, Pentonville Road and Grays Inn Road. The statue, you guessed it, was of a king – King George IV to be precise – who had died that year.
What is the statue in St Pancras?
The Meeting Place Statue and Frieze A 9m tall bronze statue of a couple’s embrace by the world renowned sculptor Paul Day. Known commonly as ‘The Lovers statue’, it takes pride of place on our Grand Terrace, and is often the first thing you see when you step off the Eurostar.
What statue is in St Pancras Station?
The statue of John Betjeman at St Pancras railway station, London is a depiction in bronze by the sculptor Martin Jennings.
Why is it called St Pancras International?