Memorials & monuments · South East England
Appleby Magna War Memorial
In or near Newton Regis.
Appleby Magna 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
- Nearest railway station
- Waterside Station · 5.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Appleby Magna War Memorial is located in the West Midlands, with the nearest railway station being Waterside Station, approximately 5.9 km away. The postcode for the memorial is DE12 7BG, and entry is free.
About
Appleby Magna 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 1464662). 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 cross, 1920, with later additions. MATERIALS: constructed from grey granite. DESCRIPTION: the memorial stands in the cemetery in Church Street, opposite the churchyard of St Michael and All Angels Church. It comprises a Celtic cross with a tapering shaft standing on stepped square pedestal and base. The head of the cross is enriched with relief-moulded knotwork. The shaft is inscribed in incised lettering: ‘THEIR / NAME / LIVETH FOR / EVERMORE’, and the step: ‘TO THE GLORY OF GOD’. A metal plaque is fixed to the pedestal; it reads ‘IN PROUD AND LOVING MEMORY OF / THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES / 1914-1918’, followed by the names of the 14 local servicemen who fell in the war. Beneath are inscriptions to those who lost their lives in the Second World War, and in Cyprus in 1956.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Appleby Magna War Memorial is located in the West Midlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the village's historical significance and dedication to remembrance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.6858, -1.5357
- County
- Leicestershire
- District
- North West Leicestershire
- Parish
- Appleby Magna
- Postcode
- DE12 7BG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hinckley and Bosworth
- Established
- 1920
- Nearest railway station
- Waterside Station — 5.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q65682557 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Appleby Magna War Memorial?
- Appleby Magna War Memorial is in Leicestershire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DE12 7BG), in the parish of Appleby Magna.
- What is Appleby Magna War Memorial?
- Appleby Magna War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Appleby Magna War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Waterside Station, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode DE12 7BG.
- When was Appleby Magna War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1920.
- Is Appleby Magna War Memorial a listed building?
- Appleby Magna War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Appleby Magna War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Appleby Magna War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Appleby Magna War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Waterside Station, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DE12 7BG.