Memorials & monuments · London
Downham War Memorial
Downham War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Downham 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 1450615). 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 Granite wheel-head cross, with a sculpted sword on the front face. This stands on a granite plinth; the front face of the plinth bears the inscription TO THE GLORY OF GOD / AND IN HONOURED MEMORY OF / THE MEN OF THIS PARISH WHO FELL / IN THE GREAT WAR 1914 - 1918 / (NAMES) / "THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE." the rear face of the plinth reads 1939 - 1945 / (NAMES). The whole rests on a square base.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Downham War Memorial is a Grade II listed memorial located in London. It commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the community's remembrance and respect for its fallen.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6298, 0.4978
- County
- Essex
- District
- Chelmsford
- Parish
- South Hanningfield
- Postcode
- CM11 1LG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Maldon
- Established
- 1921
Sources
- wikidata: Q55286169 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Downham War Memorial?
- Downham War Memorial is in Essex, London, United Kingdom (postcode CM11 1LG), in the parish of South Hanningfield.
- Is Downham War Memorial a listed building?
- Downham War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Downham War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Downham War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Downham War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CM11 1LG. It sits within the Maldon parliamentary constituency.