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Hollinwood War Memorial

Free admission

Hollinwood War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-north-west, United Kingdom.

Elizabeth II postbox on Chapel Road, Oldham - geograph.org.uk - 5937661

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

About

Hollinwood War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-north-west, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1438130). 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: granite cross, sandstone panels. DESCRIPTION: Hollinwood War Memorial consists of a Latin cross rising from a tall plinth which is square on plan. At the centre of the cross is IHS carved in relief. The plinth is inscribed with a general dedication to the First and Second World Wars which reads: TO THE GLORY OF GOD/ AND IN MEMORY OF/ THOSE OF THIS PARISH/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN/ THE GREAT WAR. 1914 – 1919./ AND IN THE WAR. 1939 – 1945. The cross is built into the upper step of a two-stepped paved base. Behind the cross, and set into the church wall under the west window, are two tiers of panels incised with the names from both World Wars. The top tier panels are recessed within Gothic-style tracery with foliate detailing and these carry the names of the fallen from the First World War. The plain lower tier carries the names of those from the Second World War. This List entry has been amended to add the source for War Memorials Online. This source was not used in the compilation of this List entry but is added here as a guide for further reading, 30 January 2017.

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Place summary

Hollinwood War Memorial is located in North-West England. 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
53.5245, -2.1363
District
Oldham
Parish
Oldham, unparished area
Postcode
OL8 4QA
Parliamentary constituency
Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hollinwood War Memorial?
Hollinwood War Memorial is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode OL8 4QA), in the parish of Oldham, unparished area.
Is Hollinwood War Memorial a listed building?
Hollinwood War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Hollinwood War Memorial free to visit?
Yes, Hollinwood War Memorial is free to enter.
How do I get to Hollinwood War Memorial?
Drivers can navigate to postcode OL8 4QA. It sits within the Oldham West, Chadderton and Royton parliamentary constituency.