Memorials & monuments · East of England
Castle Hedingham War Memorial
In or near Castle Hedingham.
Castle Hedingham War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Castle Hedingham · 1.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Castle Hedingham War Memorial is located in Braintree, Essex, with the postcode CO9 3BS. The nearest railway station is Castle Hedingham, approximately 1.3 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Castle Hedingham War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1122967). 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 TL 78 35 8/14 21 6 62 CASTLE HEDINGHAM CHURCH LANE (EAST SIDE) Church of St. Nicholas War Memorial Cross in South East corner of churchyard approx. 30 metres south east of chancel GV II War memorial cross. C12 or earlier carved shaft and base. Discovered in the cellar of the Falcon Inn 1921 and incorporated into memorial design by P.M. Johnson. The shaft is tapered and carved on 4 sides with bosses on the chamfered edges. Carved square base. Surmounted by a C20 cross. Mentioned RCHM 12. Listing NGR: TL7850035592 This List entry has been amended to add sources for War Memorials Online and the War Memorials Register. These sources were not used in the compilation of this List entry but are added here as a guide for further reading, 12 January 2017. Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 114531 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
Hedingham Castle is a historic Norman castle located on the Essex-Suffolk border, known for its well-preserved keep and beautiful landscaped gardens. Visitors can explore the grounds, enjoy the gardens, and learn about the castle's rich history spanning nearly 900 years.
Place summary
Castle Hedingham War Memorial is a Grade II listed building located in the East of England. It serves as a commemorative site, honouring those who served in conflicts. The memorial reflects the historical significance of the area and its dedication to remembrance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.9901, 0.5983
- County
- Essex
- District
- Braintree
- Parish
- Castle Hedingham
- Postcode
- CO9 3BS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Braintree
- Established
- 1921
- Nearest railway station
- Castle Hedingham — 1.3 km
- Opening
- Selected dates only; check website for details.
- Official site
- www.hedinghamcastle.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26416067 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Castle Hedingham War Memorial?
- Castle Hedingham War Memorial is in Essex, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO9 3BS), in the parish of Castle Hedingham.
- What is Castle Hedingham War Memorial?
- Castle Hedingham War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Castle Hedingham War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Castle Hedingham, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode CO9 3BS.
- When was Castle Hedingham War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1921.
- Is Castle Hedingham War Memorial a listed building?
- Castle Hedingham War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Castle Hedingham War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Castle Hedingham War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Castle Hedingham War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Castle Hedingham, about 1.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CO9 3BS.