Memorials & monuments · East of England
Loddon War Memorial
Loddon 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
Loddon 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 1455991). 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 First World War memorial, 1921, with Second World War additions. MATERIALS: grey granite DESCRIPTION: Loddon War Memorial is located in the churchyard of the Church of Holy Trinity, Church Plain, Loddon, Norfolk. It is prominently situated by the western churchyard railings, overlooking the market place. It comprises a rough-hewn wheel head cross with Sword of Sacrifice in relief on the face, atop a curved plinth, which stands on a three-tiered granite base with a stone base below. A roundel towards the bottom of the shaft, and the plinth, bear the inscriptions in leaded lettering. The Second World War names are carried on an additional stone, set into the granite steps of the base. The inscription is in leaded lettering and reads TO THE/ GLORY OF GOD/ AND/ IN MEMORY OF/ THE MEN OF THIS PARISH/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN THE GREAT WAR/ 1914 – 1918/ (NAMES)/ 1939 – 1945/ (NAMES)/ LEST WE FORGET.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Loddon War Memorial is located in Loddon, East of England. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in the armed forces. Its designation reflects its historical and architectural significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5351, 1.4821
- County
- Norfolk
- District
- South Norfolk
- Parish
- Loddon
- Postcode
- NR14 6LX
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Norfolk
Sources
- wikidata: Q66479615 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Loddon War Memorial?
- Loddon War Memorial is in Norfolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode NR14 6LX), in the parish of Loddon.
- Is Loddon War Memorial a listed building?
- Loddon War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Loddon War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Loddon War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Loddon War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NR14 6LX. It sits within the South Norfolk parliamentary constituency.