Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
Wellingborough War Memorial
Wellingborough War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Wellingborough 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 1440068). 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 MATERIALS: Clipsham stone. DESCRIPTION: the war memorial is located within the churchyard of All Hallows, Wellingborough. It consists of a hooded Calvary cross with figures to either side of Christ of St John and the Virgin Mary. It rises from a tapering octagonal shaft with square base on a chamfered square plinth. The whole is set upon a two-stepped octagonal base with platformed upper faces. One face of the plinth has INVICTIA PAX carved on it in raised lettering. The top step reads PRAY FOR THE GALLANT MEN/ WHO FROM THIS TOWN GAVE/ THEIR LIVES FOR TRUTH AND/ FREEDOM IN THE GREAT WAR.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Wellingborough War Memorial is located in the West Midlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation reflects its historical and architectural significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.3024, -0.6944
- District
- North Northamptonshire
- Parish
- Wellingborough
- Postcode
- NN8 4PA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wellingborough and Rushden
Sources
- wikidata: Q66478184 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wellingborough War Memorial?
- Wellingborough War Memorial is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NN8 4PA), in the parish of Wellingborough.
- Is Wellingborough War Memorial a listed building?
- Wellingborough War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Wellingborough War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Wellingborough War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wellingborough War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NN8 4PA. It sits within the Wellingborough and Rushden parliamentary constituency.