Memorials & monuments · South East England
Henry I Memorial Cross
In or near Sonning.
Henry I Memorial Cross — a memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
Bill Nicholls — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Reading · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Henry I Memorial Cross is a memorial located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Henry I Memorial Cross is a sculpture located in Forbury Gardens, Reading, commemorating three local volunteers who lost their lives in Spain. Unveiled in 2015, it was originally placed outside the Civic Centre in 1990 and was erected by the Reading International Brigade Memorial Committee with support from the local council.
Place summary
The Henry I Memorial Cross is a memorial located in South-East England. It commemorates King Henry I, a significant figure in English history. The cross serves as a historical marker, reflecting the region's medieval heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4568, -0.9661
- District
- Reading
- Parish
- Reading, unparished area
- Postcode
- RG1 3HW
- Parliamentary constituency
- Reading Central
- Nearest railway station
- Reading — 0.5 km
- Official site
- international-brigades.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/4625158482 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Henry I Memorial Cross?
- Henry I Memorial Cross is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG1 3HW), in the parish of Reading, unparished area.
- What is Henry I Memorial Cross?
- Henry I Memorial Cross — a memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Henry I Memorial Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Reading, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode RG1 3HW.
- Is Henry I Memorial Cross free to visit?
- Yes, Henry I Memorial Cross is free to enter.
- How do I get to Henry I Memorial Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Reading, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG1 3HW.