Memorials & monuments · East Midlands
Burton St Chad War Memorial
Burton St Chad War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Burton St Chad War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1461886). 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 around 1920, altered following the Second World War. MATERIALS: sandstone DESCRIPTION: Burton St Chad War Memorial is located within the grounds of the Church of St Chad (Grade I listed) to the west of the church. It takes the form of a cross fleury on a collared shaft. The cross shaft rises from a pedestal on a two-stepped octagonal base. The west face of the cross shaft has a niche at the base bearing a carved figure with an anchor, under which SPES is carved in relief. The pedestal has four niches each bearing a religious figure. The north-west face of the top step of the base is incised 1914-1918 followed by OUR GLORIOUS DEAD on the west face and 1939-1945 on the south-west face. The memorial stands on a circular paved area set within the churchyard.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Burton St Chad War Memorial is located in the East Midlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation reflects its historical significance and architectural merit.
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- Coordinates
- 52.8173, -1.6364
- County
- Staffordshire
- District
- East Staffordshire
- Parish
- Horninglow and Eton
- Postcode
- DE14 2QP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Burton and Uttoxeter
- Established
- 1920
Sources
- wikidata: Q60579106 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Burton St Chad War Memorial?
- Burton St Chad War Memorial is in Staffordshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DE14 2QP), in the parish of Horninglow and Eton.
- Is Burton St Chad War Memorial a listed building?
- Burton St Chad War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Burton St Chad War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Burton St Chad War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Burton St Chad War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DE14 2QP. It sits within the Burton and Uttoxeter parliamentary constituency.