Memorials & monuments · Mid Wales
Moccas War Memorial
Moccas War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Moccas War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1460080). 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. DESCRIPTION: the memorial stands at the centre of a crossroads, close to The Smithy (Grade II) and Yew Tree Cottage (Grade II). The memorial comprises a plain stone Latin cross on a tapering octagonal shaft with a square plinth and three-stepped octagonal base. The main inscription in incised lettering on the plinth reads: (south face) THIS CROSS WAS ERECTED BY THE/ PARISHIONERS TO THE GLORY OF GOD,/ AND IN MEMORY OF THOSE OF THIS PARISH/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN THE GREAT WAR,/ 1914–1919/ (west face) GREATER LOVE HATH NO MAN THAN THIS,/ THAT A MAN LAY DOWN HIS LIFE/ FOR HIS FRIENDS/ (north face) (4 NAMES)/ (east face)THANKS BE TO GOD WHO/ GIVETH US THE VICTORY.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Moccas War Memorial is a Grade II listed memorial located in Mid Wales. It commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the local community's remembrance. The structure is recognised for its historical significance and architectural merit.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0770, -2.9423
- District
- Herefordshire, County of
- Parish
- Moccas
- Postcode
- HR2 9JA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hereford and South Herefordshire
Sources
- wikidata: Q62279206 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Moccas War Memorial?
- Moccas War Memorial is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode HR2 9JA), in the parish of Moccas.
- Is Moccas War Memorial a listed building?
- Moccas War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Moccas War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Moccas War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Moccas War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HR2 9JA. It sits within the Hereford and South Herefordshire parliamentary constituency.