The Beatles' Abbey Road Zebra Crossing Is Awarded Grade II Listed Status
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Thursday, 23 December 2010 |
Written by James Conlon
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The zebra crossing which famously features on the cover of The Beatles ‘Abbey Road’ album has been awarded a Grade II listed status this week.
The North London crossing, which has become a pilgrimage site for Beatles fans in recent years due to its appearance on the 1969 album cover, is said to be the first crossing to be granted the official listed status. The listed status means that the location is given increased protection as is considered as a nationally-recognised monument.
Speaking on the decision, the Minister for Tourism and Heritage John Penrose said: “This London zebra crossing is no castle or cathedral but, thanks to the Beatles and a 10 minute photo-shoot one August morning in 1969, it has just as strong a claim as any to be seen as part of our heritage.”
Former Beatles member Paul McCartney showed his delight at the news by adding: "It's been a great year for me and a great year for The Beatles and hearing that the Abbey Road crossing is to be preserved is the icing on the cake."
The Abbey Road studios themselves were also awarded a listed status in February this year.
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