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Edmonton War Memorial

Free admission♿ Wheelchair accessible

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

Tower blocks at Edmonton Green - geograph.org.uk - 5312935

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

About

Edmonton 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 1440052). 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: Cornish granite. DESCRIPTION: the memorial is located on Edmonton Green and it comprises a four-stepped base surmounted by plinth and cenotaph. The front face bears a bronze Sword of Sacrifice with a wreath at the top of the hilt. The inscription on the front face reads: TO OUR GLORIOUS DEAD/ ERECTED/ BY THE PEOPLE OF/ EDMONTON/ IN LOVING AND GRATEFUL MEMORY OF/ HER SONS WHO FELL/ IN THE GREAT WAR/ 1914 – 1918/ AND THE WORLD WAR/ 1939 – 1945/ GREATER LOVE HATH NO MAN THAN THIS. The side faces carry the inscriptions: THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE and PASS NOT WITHOUT REMEMBRANCE. The memorial is surrounded by a stone kerb with low stone posts and connecting chain-link fence. The two main posts at the entrance also bear a bronze wreath.

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Edmonton War Memorial is located in London. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation highlights its historical and architectural significance.

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Coordinates
51.6249, -0.0605
District
Enfield
Parish
Enfield, unparished area
Postcode
N9 7SA
Parliamentary constituency
Edmonton and Winchmore Hill
Established
1924
Official site
rumimosque.uk

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Edmonton War Memorial?
Edmonton War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode N9 7SA), in the parish of Enfield, unparished area.
Is Edmonton War Memorial a listed building?
Edmonton War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Edmonton War Memorial free to visit?
Yes, Edmonton War Memorial is free to enter.
How do I get to Edmonton War Memorial?
Drivers can navigate to postcode N9 7SA. It sits within the Edmonton and Winchmore Hill parliamentary constituency.