Memorials & monuments · South East England
Cold Ash War Memorial
In or near Hermitage.
Cold Ash War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Thatcham · 4.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Cold Ash War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Thatcham, located 4 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is RG18 9PT, and entry to the memorial is free.
About
Cold Ash War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1437920). 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 The memorial comprises a hooded oak Calvary cross with a figure of Christ. Two bronze panels set in oak frames either side of the cross are embossed with the names of the fallen, arranged in alphabetical order of surname, with 16 names to each panel. The inscription at the head of the left-hand panel reads: OF YOUR CHARITY PRAY FOR THE SOULS OF / THOSE WHO FROM THIS PARISH HAVE LAID / DOWN THEIR LIVES FOR THEIR KING AND COUNTRY / IN THE GREAT WAR. The text at the head of the right-hand panel reads: GRANT THEM O LORD ETERNAL REST / AND LET LIGHT PERPETUAL SHINE UPON THEM. / GREATER LOVE HATH NO MAN THAN THIS / THAT A MAN LAY DOWN HIS LIFE FOR HIS FRIENDS.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Kennet SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Wessex Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Cold Ash War Memorial is located in South-East England. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in the armed forces. Its designation reflects its historical and architectural significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4265, -1.2664
- District
- West Berkshire
- Parish
- Cold Ash
- Postcode
- RG18 9PT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Newbury
- Nearest railway station
- Thatcham — 4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q66477914 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cold Ash War Memorial?
- Cold Ash War Memorial is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG18 9PT), in the parish of Cold Ash.
- What is Cold Ash War Memorial?
- Cold Ash War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cold Ash War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Thatcham, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode RG18 9PT.
- Is Cold Ash War Memorial a listed building?
- Cold Ash War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Cold Ash War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Cold Ash War Memorial is part of the River Kennet SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the North Wessex Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Cold Ash War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Cold Ash War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cold Ash War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Thatcham, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG18 9PT.