Memorials & monuments · East of England
Hessett War Memorial
In or near Beyton Green.
Hessett War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Thurston · 3.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Hessett War Memorial is located in Suffolk, with the nearest railway station being Thurston, approximately 3.7 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Hessett War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1464647). 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 Cross war memorial, 1920. MATERIALS: constructed from Portland stone. PLAN: the memorial stands in St Ethelbert’s churchyard, approximately 10m west of the tower, in line with the axis of the church. DESCRIPTION: the memorial comprises a cross with a tapering shaft on a rectangular plinth and a single-stepped base. The cross has a central circular boss containing a relief-moulded laurel wreath enclosing the monogram IHS. The main inscription is on the west face of the shaft, in incised and painted lettering. It reads: RIP / 1914 / (NAME) / 1915 / (NAMES) / 1916 / (NAMES) /1917 / (NAMES) /1918 (NAMES), and on the plinth: IN PROUD AND AFFECTIONATE / REMEMBRANCE OF THE MEN / OF HESSETT / WHO DIED FOR THEIR COUNTRY / IN THE GREAT WAR.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Hessett War Memorial is located in the East of England. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the historical significance of local remembrance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.2207, 0.8338
- County
- Suffolk
- District
- Mid Suffolk
- Parish
- Hessett
- Postcode
- IP30 9AX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket
- Nearest railway station
- Thurston — 3.7 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q97324474 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hessett War Memorial?
- Hessett War Memorial is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode IP30 9AX), in the parish of Hessett.
- What is Hessett War Memorial?
- Hessett War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Hessett War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Thurston, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode IP30 9AX.
- Is Hessett War Memorial a listed building?
- Hessett War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Hessett War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Hessett War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Hessett War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Thurston, about 3.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IP30 9AX.