Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate
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First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Dewsbury · 1.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The First and Second World War Memorial in Crow Nest Park is located 1 km from Dewsbury railway station. The postcode for sat-nav is WF13 2LR. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1134725). 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 DEWSBURY CB CEMETERY ROAD SE 22 SW West Town SE 2330 2161 (Dewsbury 2/23 1st & 2nd World War Memorial in Crow Nest Park, 100 yards south of Boothroyd Gate G.V. II 1st World War Memorial. 1924 with addition to inscription and added plaques to commemorate those who fell in 2nd World War. Large, cylindrical, 2-stage ashlar tower, with eight giant antae which in the open, upper tier support a deep frieze with blocking course with dies between which are inscribed the names of 1st World War battles. The upper tier contains an ashlar tripod with central column on round, stepped podium. The base is stepped and has a single iron gateway, into a domed chamber. Between the pilasters are 3 bronze plaques with the names of those who fell. One face contains the memorial inscription and the added 2nd World War inscription. The large round base has 2 later raised walls with bronze plaques to those who fell in the 2nd war. Listing NGR: SE2330321620 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, 5 October 2017. Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 340707 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
The First and Second World War Memorial is located in Crow Nest Park, approximately 100 yards south of Boothroyd Gate in Yorkshire. This memorial is designated as a Grade II listed building, recognising its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 53.6905, -1.6486
- District
- Kirklees
- Parish
- Kirklees, unparished area
- Postcode
- WF13 2LR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dewsbury and Batley
- Nearest railway station
- Dewsbury — 1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26428098 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate?
- First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode WF13 2LR), in the parish of Kirklees, unparished area.
- What is First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate?
- First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate?
- The nearest railway station is Dewsbury, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode WF13 2LR.
- Is First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate a listed building?
- First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate free to visit?
- Yes, First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate is free to enter.
- How do I get to First And Second World War Memorial In Crow Nest Park, 100 Yards South Of Boothroyd Gate?
- The nearest railway station is Dewsbury, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WF13 2LR.