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Memorials & monuments · West Midlands

Marsworth War Memorial

Free admission

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

All Saints Church, Marsworth 06

Simon Burchell — CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

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

About

Marsworth War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1427635). 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 Marsworth War Memorial stands in the north-east of the churchyard of the Church of All Saints (Grade II*-listed), in a prominent position in the village. It is a tall Portland stone cross with an octagonal shaft and arms. The cross head has square terminals. The shaft ends in a moulded foot, standing on a square plinth. That stands on a three-stepped base. The inscriptions are carved in recessed panels on each side of the plinth. (north face) “GREATER LOVE HATH/ NO MAN THAN THIS,/ THAT A MAN LAY/ DOWN HIS LIFE/ FOR HIS FRIENDS.” (east face) (11 NAMES) (south face) IN/ GRATEFUL MEMORY/ OF/ THE MEN OF THIS/ VILLAGE WHO FELL IN/ THE GREAT WAR OF/ 1914 – 1918 (west face) 1939 – 1945/ (3 NAMES)

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Place summary

Marsworth War Memorial is located in the West Midlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. It serves as a significant local landmark and a tribute to the community's military history.

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Coordinates
51.8225, -0.6664
Parish
Marsworth
Postcode
HP23 4LU
Parliamentary constituency
Aylesbury

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Marsworth War Memorial?
Marsworth War Memorial is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode HP23 4LU), in the parish of Marsworth.
Is Marsworth War Memorial a listed building?
Marsworth War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
Is Marsworth War Memorial free to visit?
Yes, Marsworth War Memorial is free to enter.
How do I get to Marsworth War Memorial?
Drivers can navigate to postcode HP23 4LU. It sits within the Aylesbury parliamentary constituency.