Memorials & monuments · South Wales
Llantwit Major War Memorial
In or near Llancarfan.
Llantwit Major War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Llantwit Major · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Llantwit Major War Memorial is located at postcode CF61 1SB in South Wales. The nearest railway station is Llantwit Major, which is 0.4 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Llantwit Major War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom, registered on the Cadw register of listed buildings (Wales) (entry 13278). 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
Reason for designation: Interest for its special historic interest and for its group value in the centre of Llantwit Major. History: War memorial of 1921 designed by E Thomas, on a medieval base. C18 repairs to stone base; major restoration of base of 1921. The Memorial was dedicated on October 1st 1921. Exterior: War memorial in the form of a Celtic Cross on a repaired base of four square steps of stone, diminishing upwards in height. The top step carries a modern iron railing. Cross base with bronze plaque inscribed with the names of the fallen of WWI. In front of the cross is a marble Book of Honour inscribed with the names of the fallen of WWII. The shaft of the cross diminishes and is covered in interlace decoration and carries a wheel-head also with interlace as well as a central boss. The design may have been inspired by the Samson Cross in the West Church (qv) but has nothing of its quality of design and finish.
From Cadw under OGL v3.
Place summary
Llantwit Major War Memorial is located in South Wales. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the town's historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4083, -3.4865
- District
- Vale of Glamorgan
- Parish
- Llantwit Major
- Postcode
- CF61 1SB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Vale of Glamorgan
- Nearest railway station
- Llantwit Major — 0.4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q29491376 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Llantwit Major War Memorial?
- Llantwit Major War Memorial is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF61 1SB), in the parish of Llantwit Major.
- What is Llantwit Major War Memorial?
- Llantwit Major War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Llantwit Major War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Llantwit Major, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF61 1SB.
- Is Llantwit Major War Memorial a listed building?
- Llantwit Major War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Llantwit Major War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Llantwit Major War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Llantwit Major War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Llantwit Major, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF61 1SB.