Memorials & monuments · Yorkshire & the Humber
North Cave War Memorial
In or near Everthorpe.
North Cave War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Broomfleet · 4.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the North Cave War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Broomfleet, located 4.8 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is HU15 2LG, and entry to the memorial is free.
About
North Cave War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1441609). 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 MATERIALS: Portland stone DESCRIPTION: the war memorial is located at the junction of Station Road and Westgate in North Cave, East Riding of Yorkshire. It consists of a floriated Latin cross with carved decoration including white roses of Yorkshire. The cross stands on top of a tapering octagonal shaft which terminates in a crenelated cap. The shaft rises from a square plinth with decorative carvings including a further representation of the Yorkshire rose on top of a cross and a shield. The plinth is set upon a three-tiered octagonal base; the lowest tier bears carved relief decoration. The First World War dedication is located on the plinth and reads IN HONOUR OF THE MEN/ OF THIS PARISH WHO/ FOUGHT AND IN EVER/ GRATEFUL REMEMBRANCE/ OF THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR/ LIVES FOR GOD AND KING/ FOR RIGHT FOR FREEDOM/ AND FOR PEACE/ IN THE GREAT WAR 1914 – 1918. The top tier of the base is incised with the names of the fallen on three faces. On the rear face is 1939 – 45. The names continue on the second tier and has SEE YE TO IT/ THAT THESE SHALL NOT HAVE/ DIED IN VAIN running around it. A further inscription reads 1951 MALAYAN WAR/ (NAME).
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
The North Cave War Memorial is located in Yorkshire. It is a Grade II listed building, commemorating those who served in conflicts. The memorial is significant for its historical and architectural value.
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- Coordinates
- 53.7805, -0.6446
- District
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- Parish
- North Cave
- Postcode
- HU15 2LG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Goole and Pocklington
- Nearest railway station
- Broomfleet — 4.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q66478349 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is North Cave War Memorial?
- North Cave War Memorial is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HU15 2LG), in the parish of North Cave.
- What is North Cave War Memorial?
- North Cave War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to North Cave War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Broomfleet, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode HU15 2LG.
- Is North Cave War Memorial a listed building?
- North Cave War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is North Cave War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, North Cave War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to North Cave War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Broomfleet, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HU15 2LG.