Memorials & monuments · East Midlands
Braunston in Rutland War Memorial
In or near Ridlington.
Braunston in Rutland War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
Stephen McKay — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Oakham · 3.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Braunston in Rutland War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Oakham, located 3.4 km away. The postcode for the memorial is LE15 8JG, and entry is free.
About
Braunston in Rutland 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 1456853). 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, 1921. MATERIALS: limestone. DESCRIPTION: Braunston in Rutland War Memorial is located in the churchyard of All Saints’s Church, Church Street, Braunston in Rutland. It is prominently situated by the churchyard edge, facing the road and visible across a triangular green opposite. It comprises a c.3.8m limestone Latin cross with lobed terminals to the arms, on a table-collared shaft that tapers and is of octagonal section transposing to a four-sided moulded foot. This surmounts a tapering four-sided plinth with moulded cap and corners and recessed inscription panels. This stands atop a two-tiered octagonal base. The inscription is in incised lettering and reads: LEST/ WE/ FORGET// TO THE GLORY OF GOD/ AND IN GRATEFUL/ MEMORY OF THE MEN FROM/ THIS VILLAGE WHO MADE THE/ SUPREME SACRIFICE/ IN THE GREAT WAR/ 1914 – 1918// (NAMES)// 1939 – 1945/ (NAMES).
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Braunston in Rutland War Memorial is located in the West Midlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the area's historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.6507, -0.7699
- District
- Rutland
- Parish
- Braunston-in-Rutland
- Postcode
- LE15 8JG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Rutland and Stamford
- Nearest railway station
- Oakham — 3.4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q66479685 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Braunston in Rutland War Memorial?
- Braunston in Rutland War Memorial is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE15 8JG), in the parish of Braunston-in-Rutland.
- What is Braunston in Rutland War Memorial?
- Braunston in Rutland War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Braunston in Rutland War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Oakham, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode LE15 8JG.
- Is Braunston in Rutland War Memorial a listed building?
- Braunston in Rutland War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Braunston in Rutland War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Braunston in Rutland War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Braunston in Rutland War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Oakham, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LE15 8JG.