Memorials & monuments · South West England
Axmouth War Memorial Cross
In or near Axmouth.
Axmouth War Memorial Cross — 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
- Much Natter · 3.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Axmouth War Memorial Cross, the nearest railway station is Much Natter, located 3.7 km away. Entry is free, and the postcode for sat-nav is EX12 4AG.
About
Axmouth War Memorial Cross is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1443109). 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 The memorial cross stands in the churchyard of the Church of St Michael (Grade I-listed). In Cornish granite, it takes the form of a c5m tall wheel-head cross. The cross head and the cross shaft are ornamented with intricate interlace patterns carved in low relief. The cross shaft stands on a three-stepped, octagonal, base. The inscriptions, in applied metal letters, are recorded on the middle step of the base. The principal dedicatory inscription on the front face reads TO THE GLORY OF GOD/ AND IN LOVING MEMORY OF/ THE MEN OF THIS PARISH/ WHO DIED FOR KING AND COUNTRY/ IN THE GREAT WAR 1914 – 1919/ “THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE”. The commemorated names are listed on other faces of the middle step with, to the rear, the two Second World War names.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
Seaton Tramway operates narrow gauge heritage trams through the picturesque Axe Valley in East Devon. Visitors can enjoy scenic rides alongside the River Axe estuary, exploring nature reserves and observing local wildlife. The tramway connects the coastal resort of Seaton with the historic town of Colyton.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Axmouth to Lyme Regis Under Cliffs SSSI
- National Nature Reserve: AXMOUTH TO LYME REGIS UNDERCLIFFS
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: East Devon
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Axmouth War Memorial Cross is a Grade II listed memorial located in South-West England. It commemorates those who served in the armed forces, reflecting the community's remembrance of their contributions.
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- Coordinates
- 50.7143, -3.0548
- County
- Devon
- District
- East Devon
- Parish
- Axmouth
- Postcode
- EX12 4AG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Honiton and Sidmouth
- Phone
- 01297 20375
- Nearest railway station
- Much Natter — 3.7 km
- Official site
- www.tram.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q66478544 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Axmouth War Memorial Cross?
- Axmouth War Memorial Cross is in Devon, South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode EX12 4AG), in the parish of Axmouth.
- What is Axmouth War Memorial Cross?
- Axmouth War Memorial Cross — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Axmouth War Memorial Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Much Natter, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode EX12 4AG.
- Is Axmouth War Memorial Cross a listed building?
- Axmouth War Memorial Cross is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Axmouth War Memorial Cross a protected site?
- Yes — Axmouth War Memorial Cross is part of the Axmouth to Lyme Regis Under Cliffs SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the AXMOUTH TO LYME REGIS UNDERCLIFFS National Nature Reserve.
- Is Axmouth War Memorial Cross free to visit?
- Yes, Axmouth War Memorial Cross is free to enter.
- How do I get to Axmouth War Memorial Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Much Natter, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EX12 4AG.