The Albert Memorial Clock constructed in 1853 from sandstone and standing at over 113 ft high and, was designed by W J Barre. The clock was erected as a memorial to Queen Victoria's late consort and includes a life size statue of the Prince mounted on the west side. The memorial has four clock faces and a two tonne bell. The Albert Memorial Clock has a distinctive lean of approximately 4.5 ft off the vertical as it is built on soft marshy land.