Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
Birchcliffe War Memorial
In or near Oxenhope.
Birchcliffe War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Hebden Bridge · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Birchcliffe War Memorial is located at postcode HX7 8DG in Calderdale, North West England. The nearest railway station is Hebden Bridge, which is 0.6 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Birchcliffe War Memorial is a public memorial in North-West England, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. The site is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. It sits within the Calder Valley parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Hebden Bridge, about 0.6 km away. Postcode area HX7.
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Heritage listing
Details MATERIALS: stone cenotaph and curtain walls with bronze plaques and detailing. DESCRIPTION: Birchcliffe War Memorial is located to the right hand side of the main approach to the former Birchcliffe Baptist Church. It consists of a stone cenotaph flanked by stepped, curved curtain walls. The cenotaph has a central full height panel which is set forward and inscribed; this is embellished by a bronze wreath at the apex above an egg and dart band. The flanking higher curtain walls have inset bronze plaques with stone surrounds inscribed with the names of the Fallen. Inverted bronze torches are located to either side of the plaques which are said to represent the extinguishing of the lives of the Fallen. The memorial sits on a single stepped base on a raised site which is reached by a set of four steps. The front face of the cenotaph has an incised inscription which reads TO THE/ MEMORY OF/ THE MEN/ FROM THIS CHURCH/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES/ FOR US/ IN THE GREAT WAR/ 1914 – 1919/ THEY LAID THEIR RICHEST GIFT/ - THEIR LIVES -/ ON THE ALTAR OF SACRIFICE/ LET THEIR NAMES BE REMEMBERED.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
Hebden Bridge Little Theatre is a community theatre group that produces a variety of plays each year, aiming to engage a diverse audience. The venue also features an archive showcasing its history and a bar for refreshments during performances.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: South Pennine Moors SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Birchcliffe War Memorial is a Grade II listed memorial located in Hebden Royd, North-West England, postcode HX7. It is situated within the South Pennine Moors Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). The memorial commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the area's historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 53.7433, -2.0091
- District
- Calderdale
- Parish
- Hebden Royd
- Postcode
- HX7 8DG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Calder Valley
- Phone
- 01422 843907
- Nearest railway station
- Hebden Bridge — 0.6 km
- Official site
- hblt.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n12607900997 (ODbL)
- commons: The Birchcliffe Centre, War Memorial (geograph 1868858).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Birchcliffe War Memorial?
- Birchcliffe War Memorial is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode HX7 8DG), in the parish of Hebden Royd.
- What is Birchcliffe War Memorial?
- Birchcliffe War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Birchcliffe War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Hebden Bridge, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode HX7 8DG.
- Is Birchcliffe War Memorial a listed building?
- Birchcliffe War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Birchcliffe War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Birchcliffe War Memorial is part of the South Pennine Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Birchcliffe War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Birchcliffe War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Birchcliffe War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Hebden Bridge, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HX7 8DG.