Memorials & monuments · Mid Wales
Bedlam War Memorial
Bedlam War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Bedlam War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1473237). 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 A First World War Memorial with later additions for the Second World War. MATERIALS and PLAN: the memorial is square on plan and is constructed from roughly-hewn stone. DESCRIPTION: the memorial stands approximately 5m east of 8 Titterstone Cottages. The memorial is approximately 3.5m tall and comprises a three stepped base surmounted by a plinth with engraved plaque on its south side, and a Celtic wheel cross carved with ‘RIP’ at its centre. There are low post and chain railings around the bottom step of the base. The engraved plaque on the plinth reads: TO THE GLORY OF GOD / AND LOVING MEMORY OF / ( NAMES) / WHO DIED 1914-1919 /FOR KING AND COUNTRY. A further inscription on the upper step of the base reads: ‘To the Glory of God and in memory of the men of / Titterstone 1939 -1945 / (Names).’
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Bedlam War Memorial is located in Mid Wales and is designated as a Grade II listed building. This memorial commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the historical significance of wartime contributions in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 52.3927, -2.6129
- District
- Shropshire
- Parish
- Bitterley
- Postcode
- SY8 3PP
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Shropshire
Sources
- wikidata: Q102231851 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bedlam War Memorial?
- Bedlam War Memorial is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY8 3PP), in the parish of Bitterley.
- Is Bedlam War Memorial a listed building?
- Bedlam War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Bedlam War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Bedlam War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bedlam War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode SY8 3PP. It sits within the South Shropshire parliamentary constituency.