Memorials & monuments · Scottish Lowlands
Humshaugh War Memorial
Humshaugh War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Humshaugh War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1438114). 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 The memorial stands on the south side of the main road, to the west of the village. It is within the buffer zone of the Frontiers of the Roman Empire (Hadrian’s Wall) World Heritage Site. The Heworth freestone monument is c6m tall and takes the form of an obelisk, square on plan, rising from a slightly tapering plinth. The plinth stands on a low step. At the base of the obelisk, on the front face, a rectangular cartouche with a Tudor rose in each corner carries the inscription TO THE/ MEMORY/ OF THOSE/ WHO FELL/ IN THE/ GREAT WAR with 1914 above and 1919 below. The First World War names are recorded on the front face of the plinth, organised by regiment. The Second World War names are recorded on the right face, below the dates 1939 – 1945. 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, 27 July 2017.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Humshaugh War Memorial is located in the Scottish Lowlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation reflects its historical and architectural significance.
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- Coordinates
- 55.0374, -2.1337
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Humshaugh
- Postcode
- NE46 4AR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hexham
Sources
- wikidata: Q66477942 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Humshaugh War Memorial?
- Humshaugh War Memorial is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE46 4AR), in the parish of Humshaugh.
- Is Humshaugh War Memorial a listed building?
- Humshaugh War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Humshaugh War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Humshaugh War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Humshaugh War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE46 4AR. It sits within the Hexham parliamentary constituency.