Memorials & monuments · London
Caterham Hill War Memorial
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Caterham Hill War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Caterham · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Caterham Hill War Memorial is located at postcode CR3 6FF and is approximately 0.5 km from Caterham railway station. Entry is free.
About
Caterham Hill War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1439357). 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 MATERIALS: Portland stone. DESCRIPTION: the memorial is located within the churchyard of St Lawrence’s Church, and it comprises a Calvary wheel-head cross. The cross rises on a tapering shaft which carries the carved crucified Christ. This is set upon a square chamfered plinth with carved details including a wreath. The whole stands upon a shallow square base. The inscription on the north, west and south sides of the plinth reads: TO THE MEMORY OF THOSE WHOSE NAMES ARE INSCRIBED ON THE TABLET WITHIN ST MARYS CHURCH. An incised inscription on the east face of the plinth reads: DULCE ET DECORUM EST PRO PATRIA MORI.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Caterham Hill War Memorial is part of the East Surrey Museum, which showcases a variety of local historical artifacts and exhibitions. Visitors can explore displays related to the area's history, including items from different eras and community outreach programs.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Surrey Hills
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Caterham Hill War Memorial is located in London. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in the armed forces.
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- Coordinates
- 51.2820, -0.0858
- County
- Surrey
- District
- Tandridge
- Parish
- Caterham-on-the-Hill
- Postcode
- CR3 6FF
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Surrey
- Nearest railway station
- Caterham — 0.5 km
- Official site
- www.eastsurreymuseum.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q66478110 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Caterham Hill War Memorial?
- Caterham Hill War Memorial is in Surrey, London, United Kingdom (postcode CR3 6FF), in the parish of Caterham-on-the-Hill.
- What is Caterham Hill War Memorial?
- Caterham Hill War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Caterham Hill War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Caterham, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode CR3 6FF.
- Is Caterham Hill War Memorial a listed building?
- Caterham Hill War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Caterham Hill War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Caterham Hill War Memorial is part of the Surrey Hills National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Caterham Hill War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Caterham Hill War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Caterham Hill War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Caterham, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CR3 6FF.