Memorials & monuments · East of England
Geldeston War Memorial
Geldeston War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Geldeston War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1441360). 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: limestone. DESCRIPTION: the memorial is located within the churchyard of St Michael’s Church and it comprises a cross on an octagonal shaft. The shaft rises from an octagonal plinth which has arch-headed niches on each face. The niches have raised carvings of badges and in one is 1914 TO 1918 with carvings underneath. The plinth is set upon a four-stepped octagonal base. On the top step under the dates is incised THEIR NAME LIVETH this is continued on the second step with FOR EVERMORE. On the other sides of the top steps are the corresponding regiments to the badges in the following order NORFOLK/ REGIMENTS, ROYAL NAVY, ROYAL/ ENGINEERS, ROYAL NAVAL RESERVES, SHERWOOD/ FORESTERS, SUFFOLK REG, ROYAL NAVAL/ AIR SERVICE. The second step is incised with the names of the fallen.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Geldeston War Memorial is located in the East of England. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the local community's recognition of sacrifice and service.
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- Coordinates
- 52.4758, 1.5254
- County
- Norfolk
- District
- South Norfolk
- Parish
- Geldeston
- Postcode
- NR34 0LW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Waveney Valley
Sources
- wikidata: Q66478304 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Geldeston War Memorial?
- Geldeston War Memorial is in Norfolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode NR34 0LW), in the parish of Geldeston.
- Is Geldeston War Memorial a listed building?
- Geldeston War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Geldeston War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Geldeston War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Geldeston War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NR34 0LW. It sits within the Waveney Valley parliamentary constituency.