Memorials & monuments · South West England
Ashburton War Memorial
In or near Buckland in the Moor.
Ashburton 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
- Nearest railway station
- Buckfastleigh · 4.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Ashburton War Memorial is located in Ashburton, Devon, with the postcode TQ13 7AT. The nearest railway station is Buckfastleigh, which is approximately 4 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Ashburton 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 1453471). 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 dating from 1921, altered following the Second World War. MATERIALS: granite. DESCRIPTION: the memorial takes the form of a plain Latin cross with chamfered edges. It has a tapering shaft and stands atop a square plinth with a three-stepped, octagonal base. The plinth and base have plaques bearing the names of the fallen and with the inscription IN HONOURED MEMORY/ AND/ GRATEFUL REMEMBRANCE/ OF 72 BRAVE MEN/ WHO FELL IN THE GREAT WAR/ 1914-1918/ ASHBURTON DEDICATES THIS MONUMENT/ THE PATH OF DUTY WAS THE WAY TO GLORY/ (NAMES). A further plaque reads IN HONOURED MEMORY OF/ THOSE OF THIS TOWN/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN/ THE SECOND WORLD WAR 1939-45/ (NAMES). The base of the memorial is bounded by low iron railings.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
St Lawrence Chapel serves as a community venue and heritage centre in Ashburton. Visitors can explore the chapel, participate in various events, and enjoy activities such as dressing up in medieval costumes.
Place summary
The Ashburton War Memorial is located in South-West England. It is a Grade II listed building, commemorating those who served in conflicts. The memorial is significant for its historical and architectural value.
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- Coordinates
- 50.5173, -3.7511
- County
- Devon
- District
- Teignbridge
- Parish
- Ashburton
- Postcode
- TQ13 7AT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Central Devon
- Phone
- (01364) 652855
- Nearest railway station
- Buckfastleigh — 4 km
- Official site
- www.stlawrencechapel.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q66479398 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ashburton War Memorial?
- Ashburton War Memorial is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode TQ13 7AT), in the parish of Ashburton.
- What is Ashburton War Memorial?
- Ashburton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ashburton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Buckfastleigh, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode TQ13 7AT.
- Is Ashburton War Memorial a listed building?
- Ashburton War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Ashburton War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Ashburton War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Ashburton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Buckfastleigh, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TQ13 7AT.