Memorials & monuments · London
Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial
Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1460077). 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 with later additions for the Second World War. MATERIALS: Cornish granite. DESCRIPTION: the memorial is located at a junction between the villages of Wimpole and Arrington on Cambridge Road. It comprises a wheel-head cross with a Sword of Sacrifice carved in relief on the front face. The cross stands on a square plinth and base. The front face of the plinth has a polished panel with the dedication IN PROUD AND GRATEFUL MEMORY OF/ THE MEN OF WIMPOLE AND ARRINGTON/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR THEIR/ COOUNTRY IN THE GREAT WAR 1914 – 1918/ (NAMES). At the base of the shaft is a polished panel with a list of the names of the Second World War fallen preceded by 1939 – 1945.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial is located in London. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the area's historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1206, -0.0543
- County
- Cambridgeshire
- District
- South Cambridgeshire
- Parish
- Arrington
- Postcode
- SG8 0BF
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Cambridgeshire
- Established
- 1920
Sources
- wikidata: Q62017879 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial?
- Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial is in Cambridgeshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode SG8 0BF), in the parish of Arrington.
- Is Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial a listed building?
- Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wimpole and Arrington War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode SG8 0BF. It sits within the South Cambridgeshire parliamentary constituency.