Memorials & monuments · North Wales
Ashton Hayes War Memorial
Ashton Hayes War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-north, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Ashton Hayes War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-north, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1464982). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Details First World War memorial, 1920, with a Second World War addition. MATERIALS: Cornish granite. DESCRIPTION: Ashton Hayes War Memorial comprises a rough-hewn Celtic wheel-head cross surmounting a tapering pedestal with rounded shoulders, raised on a single step base, on a concrete podium, with a surface of inset random stone slates. The shaft of the cross has a recessed ashlar panel, emblazoned with a broadsword carved in bas relief, pointing downwards. The sides of the cross are gently canted and terminate in a flared base. The front of the pedestal has a recessed ashlar panel, with inset lead lettering that reads: IN MEMORY OF/ THE MEN OF THIS PARISH/ WHO FELL IN THE GREAT WAR/ 1914-1918/ [NAMES]/ 1939-1945/ [NAME].
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Ashton Hayes War Memorial is located in North Wales. It is a Grade II listed building, commemorating those who served in conflict. The memorial reflects the community's tribute and is an important historical landmark.
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- Coordinates
- 53.2227, -2.7395
- District
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Parish
- Ashton Hayes and Horton-cum-Peel
- Postcode
- CH3 8BG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Runcorn and Helsby
Sources
- wikidata: Q97362452 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ashton Hayes War Memorial?
- Ashton Hayes War Memorial is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CH3 8BG), in the parish of Ashton Hayes and Horton-cum-Peel.
- Is Ashton Hayes War Memorial a listed building?
- Ashton Hayes War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Ashton Hayes War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Ashton Hayes War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ashton Hayes War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CH3 8BG. It sits within the Runcorn and Helsby parliamentary constituency.