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Caterham Hill War Memorial

Free admission

Caterham Hill War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.

Lych gate of St Mary's church, Caterham - geograph.org.uk - 1723237

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Typical visit
15 min–45 min
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Caterham Hill War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1439357). 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 MATERIALS: Portland stone. DESCRIPTION: the memorial is located within the churchyard of St Lawrence’s Church, and it comprises a Calvary wheel-head cross. The cross rises on a tapering shaft which carries the carved crucified Christ. This is set upon a square chamfered plinth with carved details including a wreath. The whole stands upon a shallow square base. The inscription on the north, west and south sides of the plinth reads: TO THE MEMORY OF THOSE WHOSE NAMES ARE INSCRIBED ON THE TABLET WITHIN ST MARYS CHURCH. An incised inscription on the east face of the plinth reads: DULCE ET DECORUM EST PRO PATRIA MORI.

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Place summary

Caterham Hill War Memorial is located in London. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in the armed forces.

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Coordinates
51.2820, -0.0858
County
Surrey
District
Tandridge
Parish
Caterham-on-the-Hill
Postcode
CR3 6FF
Parliamentary constituency
East Surrey

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Caterham Hill War Memorial?
Caterham Hill War Memorial is in Surrey, London, United Kingdom (postcode CR3 6FF), in the parish of Caterham-on-the-Hill.
Is Caterham Hill War Memorial a listed building?
Caterham Hill War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Caterham Hill War Memorial free to visit?
Yes, Caterham Hill War Memorial is free to enter.
How do I get to Caterham Hill War Memorial?
Drivers can navigate to postcode CR3 6FF. It sits within the East Surrey parliamentary constituency.