Memorials & monuments · East Midlands
Burton St Chad War Memorial
In or near Winshill.
Burton St Chad War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
Roger Templeman — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Burton-on-Trent · 1.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Burton St Chad War Memorial is located in East Staffordshire, postcode DE14 2QP, and is accessible via the nearest railway station, Burton-on-Trent, which is 1.3 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
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
- Nearest railway station
- Burton-on-Trent — 1.3 km
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.
- What is Burton St Chad War Memorial?
- Burton St Chad War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Burton St Chad War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Burton-on-Trent, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode DE14 2QP.
- When was Burton St Chad War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1920.
- 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?
- The nearest railway station is Burton-on-Trent, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DE14 2QP.