Memorials & monuments · North Wales
Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0
Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0 — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-north, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0 is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-north, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 14436). 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
Reason for designation: A good example of memorial sculpture, which forms part of an important group of buildings in the conservation area. History: War Memorial, erected by public subscription 1921-2. Red sandstone ashlar with bronze inscription plates. Short pylon on chamfered base raised on stepped plinth. Pylon has low relief laurel wreath as emblem and laurel-leaf frieze, and the inscription plates are carried on the base. A good example of memorial sculpture, which forms part of an important group of buildings in the conservation area. Reference: File of correspondence relating to War Memorial, Clwyd County Record Office (FC/C/6/569). Exterior: War Memorial, erected by public subscription 1921-22. Red sandstone ashlar with bronze inscription plates Short pylon on chamfered base raised on stepped plinth. Pylon has low relief laurel wreath as emblem and laurel-leaf freize, and the inscription plates are carried on the base.
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Overton-on-Dee War Memorial is located on the western side of High Street in Overton, North Wales. This memorial is recognised as a Grade II listed building, acknowledging its historical significance and architectural merit.
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- Coordinates
- 52.9700, -2.9354
- District
- Wrexham
- Parish
- Overton
- Postcode
- LL13 0EB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wrexham
Sources
- wikidata: Q29492260 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0?
- Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0 is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL13 0EB), in the parish of Overton.
- Is Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0 a listed building?
- Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0 is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0 free to visit?
- Yes, Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0 is free to enter.
- How do I get to Overton-on-Dee War Memorial, High Street (W Side0?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode LL13 0EB. It sits within the Wrexham parliamentary constituency.