Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
Eleanor Cross
In or near Towthorpe.
Eleanor Cross is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Fimber Halt · 4.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Eleanor Cross, the nearest railway station is Fimber Halt, located 4.2 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is YO25 3XG, and entry to the memorial is free.
About
Eleanor Cross is a public memorial or monument in the United Kingdom. Records date its origin to 1896. Coordinates: 54.0692°, -0.5825°.
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Heritage listing
A replica Eleanor Cross was erected in Sledmere, East Riding of Yorkshire, in 1896–98. The tall stone structure was constructed by the Sykes family of Sledmere. Engraved monumental brasses were added after the First World War, converting the cross into a war memorial.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
Sledmere House is an 18th-century country house located in East Yorkshire, offering visitors a chance to explore its beautiful gardens and parkland. The site features guided tours of the house, which highlight its art and architecture, as well as a farm shop and adventure play area for families.
From the Wikipedia article
A replica Eleanor Cross was erected in Sledmere, East Riding of Yorkshire, in 1896–98. The tall stone structure was constructed by the Sykes family of Sledmere. Engraved monumental brasses were added after the First World War, converting the cross into a war memorial.
Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.
- Coordinates
- 54.0692, -0.5825
- District
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- Parish
- Sledmere
- Postcode
- YO25 3XG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bridlington and The Wolds
- Phone
- (01377) 455198
- Established
- 1896
- Nearest railway station
- Fimber Halt — 4.2 km
- Opening
- Wed, Thurs, Fri and Sun 10am–5pm; House tours from late March to late September on selected dates.
- Official site
- www.sledmerehouse.com
Sources
- osm: n87383399 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: Eleanor Cross, Sledmere (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Copy of Eleanor Cross, Sledmere - geograph.org.uk - 501160.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Eleanor Cross?
- Eleanor Cross is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode YO25 3XG), in the parish of Sledmere.
- What is Eleanor Cross?
- Eleanor Cross is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Eleanor Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Fimber Halt, about 4.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode YO25 3XG.
- When was Eleanor Cross built?
- Built or established in 1896.
- Is Eleanor Cross a listed building?
- Eleanor Cross is officially recognised as Grade I listed building listed.
- Is Eleanor Cross free to visit?
- Yes, Eleanor Cross is free to enter.
- How do I get to Eleanor Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Fimber Halt, about 4.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode YO25 3XG.