Memorials & monuments · South West England
Winkleigh War Memorial
Winkleigh War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Winkleigh War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1462755). 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 A First World War memorial, designed by Herbert Read. Unveiled September 1921, with later additions for the Second World War. DESCRIPTION: the memorial stands within the churchyard and is carved from granite. It is a plain Latin cross with chamfered edges, and broach stops to the foot of the shaft, set upon a low, square pedestal. It has a two-stepped octagonal base and there is a concrete apron. The principal dedicatory inscription is in leaded lettering on the front (west) face of the pedestal reads: TO THE GLORY OF GOD/ AND IN THANKFUL MEMORY OF THE/ MEN OF WINKLEIGH WHO GAVE/ THEIR LIVES FOR THEIR COUNTRY/ IN THE GREAT WAR 1914-1919. The names of the fallen are recorded on the north and south faces. The east face of the pedestal is inscribed: IN REMEMBRANCE/ OF THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES/ IN THE 2ND WORLD WAR 1939-1945/ (NAMES). SUBSIDIARY FEATURES: the memorial is approached by short flight of steps which have a plain metal balustrade and handrail.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Winkleigh War Memorial is located in South-West England. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation reflects its historical significance and architectural merit.
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- Coordinates
- 50.8556, -3.9447
- County
- Devon
- District
- Torridge
- Parish
- Winkleigh
- Postcode
- EX19 8HL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Torridge and Tavistock
Sources
- wikidata: Q66480076 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Winkleigh War Memorial?
- Winkleigh War Memorial is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX19 8HL), in the parish of Winkleigh.
- Is Winkleigh War Memorial a listed building?
- Winkleigh War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Winkleigh War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Winkleigh War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Winkleigh War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode EX19 8HL. It sits within the Torridge and Tavistock parliamentary constituency.