Memorials & monuments · Mid Wales
Borth War Memorial
In or near Borth.
Borth War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Borth · 1.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Borth War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Borth, located 1.7 km away. The postcode for the memorial is SY24 5ND, and entry is free.
About
Borth War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 19155). 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
Reason for designation: Listed for historic interest and for its prominent position above the town. History: C20 War Memorial originally built to commemorate 26 men from Borth killed during 1914-18 war. A plaque to 25 men killed 1939-45 added subsequently. Damaged by lightening 1983 and re-erected 1984. Exterior: Memorial some 6m high of rough-hewn grey stone blocks. Square base of three steps up to main central monument some 1.2m square in plan and some 2m high. This section has slightly projecting top stone course before massive blocks form dome to central pillar of two blocks surmounted by stone cross. This pillar is approximately 0.5m square and some 3m high including the cross. Main monument has two plaques on NE side, the original slate plaque commemorating the dead of the First World War. Underneath a smaller plaque recording the damage to the memorial caused by a thunderbolt on March 21st 1983 and its subsequent re-erection by public subscription in 1984. A third plaque commemorating the dead of the Second World War is set underneath these on the top two steps of the NE side. Location: Built in a prominent position overlooking Borth, above Craig yr Wylfa to W of Upper Borth.
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
Borth War Memorial is a Grade II listed building located in Mid Wales. It commemorates local individuals who served in conflicts, reflecting the community's historical significance. The memorial is an important landmark within the village.
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- Coordinates
- 52.4767, -4.0602
- District
- Ceredigion
- Parish
- Borth
- Postcode
- SY24 5ND
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ceredigion Preseli
- Nearest railway station
- Borth — 1.7 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q29496591 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Borth War Memorial?
- Borth War Memorial is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY24 5ND), in the parish of Borth.
- What is Borth War Memorial?
- Borth War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Borth War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Borth, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY24 5ND.
- Is Borth War Memorial a listed building?
- Borth War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Borth War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Borth War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Borth War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Borth, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY24 5ND.