Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Mealsgate War Memorial
Mealsgate War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Mealsgate War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1430668). 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 The memorial stands in the churchyard of the church of All Hallows (Grade II). It is made of granite and consists of a Maltese cross decorated with a Celtic pattern and a small wreath in the centre carved in bas-relief, set on a flat tapering column that rises from a square base. An inscription on the front face of the base reads IN MEMORY OF THE MEN FROM THIS PARISH / WHO MADE THE SUPREME SACRIFICE / IN THE GREAT WAR 1914 – 1918 / “GREATER LOVE HATH NO MAN”. The names of the men who fell in the First World War are listed on the front face of the column. On another face on the base reads 1939-1945 (NAMES). The inscriptions are raised in relief, and painted black.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Mealsgate War Memorial is located in the Scottish Lowlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation reflects its historical significance and architectural interest.
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- Coordinates
- 54.7710, -3.2493
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Allhallows
- Postcode
- CA7 1BZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Penrith and Solway
Sources
- wikidata: Q26677621 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Mealsgate War Memorial?
- Mealsgate War Memorial is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode CA7 1BZ), in the parish of Allhallows.
- Is Mealsgate War Memorial a listed building?
- Mealsgate War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Mealsgate War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Mealsgate War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Mealsgate War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CA7 1BZ. It sits within the Penrith and Solway parliamentary constituency.