Memorials & monuments · Mid Wales
Almeley War Memorial
In or near Almeley.
Almeley 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
- Nearest railway station
- Titley Junction · 6.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Almeley War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Titley Junction, located 6.6 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is HR3 6LD, and entry is free.
About
Almeley 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 1462968). 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 sculptor William G Storr Barber, erected in 1919; altered by the addition of further names following the Second World War. MATERIALS Portland stone. DESCRIPTION The memorial takes the form of a statue of a First World War infantry soldier with head bowed, holding an inverted rifle and helmet, standing on a high, square-section stone plinth on a two-stepped square stone platform. The main inscription in incised lettering on the west face of the plinth reads: THE GREAT WAR/ 1914–1918/ THIS MEMORIAL IS ERECTED BY THE/ GRATEFUL PARISH OF ALMELEY TO/ COMMEMORATE THE NAMES OF ITS/ FAITHFUL SONS WHO FOUGHT AND/ DIED FOR ENGLAND AND LIBERTY/ (19 NAMES)/. An additional inscription on the upper step of the base reads: ALSO/ 1939–1945/ (6 NAMES)/.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Lugg SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Almeley War Memorial is a Grade II listed building located in Mid Wales. It serves as a commemorative structure, honouring those who served in military conflicts. The memorial is notable for its historical significance within the local community.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1580, -2.9762
- District
- Herefordshire, County of
- Parish
- Almeley
- Postcode
- HR3 6LD
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Herefordshire
- Established
- 1919
- Nearest railway station
- Titley Junction — 6.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q62036214 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Almeley War Memorial?
- Almeley War Memorial is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode HR3 6LD), in the parish of Almeley.
- What is Almeley War Memorial?
- Almeley War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Almeley War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Titley Junction, about 6.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode HR3 6LD.
- When was Almeley War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1919.
- Is Almeley War Memorial a listed building?
- Almeley War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Almeley War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Almeley War Memorial is part of the River Lugg SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Almeley War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Almeley War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Almeley War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Titley Junction, about 6.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HR3 6LD.