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Cotehill War Memorial

Free admission

Cotehill War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.

Church of St John the Evangelist, Cotehill - May 2017 (2) - geograph.org.uk - 5405301

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

About

Cotehill War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1457967). 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. MATERIALS: grey granite. DESCRIPTION: Cotehill War Memorial is located in the churchyard of St John the Evangelist Church, Peter Gate, Cotehill, Cumbria. It is prominently situated to the outside of the west end of the church, facing the main road passing by. It comprises a Latin cross with the word PEACE at the centre of the cross, on a straight shaft, tapering, four-sided plinth and single-stepped base. The plinth bears the inscriptions in leaded lettering. The inscription reads: PEACE// IN LOVING REMEMBRANCE OF/ THE UNDERMENTIONED MEN OF/ COTEHILL WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR THEIR KING AND COUNTRY IN THE/ GREAT WAR 1914– 1918/ (NAMES)/ “THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE”// WORLD WAR II/ 1939 – 1945/ THESE ALSO GAVE THEIR LIVES/ (NAMES)/ (NAME)/ KILLED BY ENEMY ACTION.

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Place summary

Cotehill War Memorial is located in the Scottish Lowlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation reflects its historical significance and architectural merit.

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Coordinates
54.8436, -2.8279
District
Cumberland
Parish
Wetheral
Postcode
CA4 0EA
Parliamentary constituency
Carlisle

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Cotehill War Memorial?
Cotehill War Memorial is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA4 0EA), in the parish of Wetheral.
Is Cotehill War Memorial a listed building?
Cotehill War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Cotehill War Memorial free to visit?
Yes, Cotehill War Memorial is free to enter.
How do I get to Cotehill War Memorial?
Drivers can navigate to postcode CA4 0EA. It sits within the Carlisle parliamentary constituency.