Memorials & monuments · South East England
Alton War Memorial
In or near Beech.
Alton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Alton · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Alton War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Alton, located 0.5 km away. Entry is free, but accessibility is limited for wheelchair users. The postcode for sat-nav is GU34 1BA.
About
Alton War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1389298). 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 SU7139 903/2/10028 19-OCT-00 ALTON HIGH STREET War Memorial immediately north of Assembly Rooms GV II First World War memorial. Circa 1920. Granite rubble. Built in the form of a drystone cairn of beehive shape with a bronze inscription panel on the front with the names of the dead of the two world wars. This List entry has been amended to add sources for War Memorials Online and the War Memorials Register. These sources were not used in the compilation of this List entry but are added here as a guide for further reading, 6 December 2016. Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 487933 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Curtis Museum in Alton showcases a rich collection of local history artifacts spanning 100 million years. Visitors can explore exhibitions featuring Roman artifacts, Saxon burials, and local historical events, along with engaging family-friendly activities.
Place summary
Alton War Memorial is a Grade II listed memorial located in South-East England. It commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the community's recognition of their sacrifices. The structure is notable for its historical significance and architectural integrity.
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- Coordinates
- 51.1499, -0.9738
- County
- Hampshire
- District
- East Hampshire
- Parish
- Alton
- Postcode
- GU34 1BA
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Hampshire
- Phone
- 01420 82802
- Established
- 1920
- Nearest railway station
- Alton — 0.5 km
- Official site
- www.hampshireculture.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26668737 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Alton War Memorial?
- Alton War Memorial is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode GU34 1BA), in the parish of Alton.
- What is Alton War Memorial?
- Alton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Alton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Alton, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode GU34 1BA.
- When was Alton War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1920.
- Is Alton War Memorial a listed building?
- Alton War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Alton War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Alton War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Alton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Alton, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode GU34 1BA.