Memorials & monuments · South Wales
Llangrove War Memorial
Llangrove War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Llangrove War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1462046). 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 A First World War memorial, dating from around 1920. MATERIALS: the memorial is constructed of stone. DESCRIPTION: the memorial stands in a prominent roadside location in front of the primary school and a short distance from Christ Church (Grade II). The memorial comprises a tall Celtic wheel-cross with tapering shaft on a tapering rectangular pedestal and single-stepped base. The face and shaft of the cross are decorated with carved interlace. The main inscription in leaded lettering on the south face of the plinth reads: IN GRATEFUL MEMORY OF THESE/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR KING AND COUNTRY/ IN THE GREAT WAR. A.D. 1914 – 1918/ (14 NAMES)/ GREATER LOVE HATH NO MAN THAN THIS,/ THAT A MAN LAY DOWN HIS LIFE FOR HIS FRIENDS/.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Llangrove War Memorial is a Grade II listed building located in South Wales. This memorial commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the historical significance of the site. Its designation highlights its architectural and cultural importance within the community.
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- Coordinates
- 51.8695, -2.6885
- District
- Herefordshire, County of
- Parish
- Llangarron
- Postcode
- HR9 6FX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hereford and South Herefordshire
- Established
- 1920
Sources
- wikidata: Q60761436 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Llangrove War Memorial?
- Llangrove War Memorial is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode HR9 6FX), in the parish of Llangarron.
- Is Llangrove War Memorial a listed building?
- Llangrove War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Llangrove War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Llangrove War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Llangrove War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HR9 6FX. It sits within the Hereford and South Herefordshire parliamentary constituency.