Memorials & monuments · South West England
Derry Hill War Memorial
In or near East Tytherton.
Derry Hill 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
- Chippenham · 5.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Derry Hill War Memorial is located in Wiltshire, postcode SN11 9NQ. The nearest railway station is Chippenham, which is 5.1 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Derry Hill 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 1443825). 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 war memorial erected after the First World War to commemorate 21 local men who died whilst serving their country during that war, and subsequently it also commemorates a further 6 men who died whilst serving their country during the Second World War. The memorial is constructed in stone and comprises a tall shaft, set on an octagonal stepped base, topped with an elaborately carved Gothic-style finial depicting St George and the Dragon. Each face of the base is inscribed, reading: 1914 - 1918 / LIVE THOU FOR ENGLAND / WE FOR ENGLAND DIED / (NAMES) / 1939 - 1945 / GREAT WAR / ROLL OF HONOUR/ (NAMES)
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Derry Hill War Memorial is located in South-East England. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the community's commitment to remembrance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4376, -2.0532
- District
- Wiltshire
- Parish
- Derry Hill & Studley
- Postcode
- SN11 9NQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chippenham
- Nearest railway station
- Chippenham — 5.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q66478580 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Derry Hill War Memorial?
- Derry Hill War Memorial is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SN11 9NQ), in the parish of Derry Hill & Studley.
- What is Derry Hill War Memorial?
- Derry Hill War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Derry Hill War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Chippenham, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode SN11 9NQ.
- Is Derry Hill War Memorial a listed building?
- Derry Hill War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Derry Hill War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Derry Hill War Memorial is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Derry Hill War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Derry Hill War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Derry Hill War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Chippenham, about 5.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SN11 9NQ.