Memorials & monuments · East Midlands
Higham Ferrers War Memorial
In or near Stanwick.
Higham Ferrers War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Wellingborough · 5.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Higham Ferrers War Memorial is located in North Northamptonshire, with the postcode NN10 8DJ. The nearest railway station is Wellingborough, which is 5.7 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Higham Ferrers War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1040362). 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 HIGHAM FERRERS MARKET SQUARE SP9668SW (East side) 20/63 War Memorial approx. 16m. N of Town Hall GV II War memorial. Early C20. Limestone ashlar. Rectangular pier with rusticated sides and tall panel to front and rear. Moulded cornice with segmental pediment over. Relief figure depicting Peace on front panel and laurel wreaths to sides. Inscription in front panel, "In memory of gallant men from this town who fell in the Great War 1914-1918". Naves are listed below and on the reverse panel. Listing NGR: SP9603468464 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, 4 October 2017. Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 232363 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
Chichele College is a historic site in Higham Ferrers, founded in 1422 as a chantry college by Archbishop Henry Chichele. Visitors can explore the remaining structures, including the chapel, which hosts various events and exhibitions.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Higham Ferrers War Memorial is located in the West Midlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in the wars. Its designation reflects its historical significance and architectural interest.
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- Coordinates
- 52.3059, -0.5929
- District
- North Northamptonshire
- Parish
- Higham Ferrers
- Postcode
- NN10 8DJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wellingborough and Rushden
- Nearest railway station
- Wellingborough — 5.7 km
- Opening
- Garden: Open any reasonable time during daylight hours; college interior open during summer for events.
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26292162 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Higham Ferrers War Memorial?
- Higham Ferrers War Memorial is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NN10 8DJ), in the parish of Higham Ferrers.
- What is Higham Ferrers War Memorial?
- Higham Ferrers War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Higham Ferrers War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Wellingborough, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode NN10 8DJ.
- Is Higham Ferrers War Memorial a listed building?
- Higham Ferrers War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Higham Ferrers War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Higham Ferrers War Memorial is part of the Upper Nene Valley Gravel Pits SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Higham Ferrers War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Higham Ferrers War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Higham Ferrers War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Wellingborough, about 5.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NN10 8DJ.