Memorials & monuments · South East England
Pewsey War Memorial Cross
In or near Pewsey.
Pewsey War Memorial Cross — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Pewsey · 0.5 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Pewsey War Memorial Cross, you can take a train to Pewsey station, which is 0.5 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is SN9 5DL, and entry is free.
About
Pewsey War Memorial Cross is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1451859). 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 tall stone memorial stands in the churchyard to the north-west of the Church of St John the Baptist (listed Grade I) and in close proximity to a number of churchyard monuments listed at Grade II. It comprises a wheel-head cross set on a large rough-hewn plinth, on a square base. A sword is carved in relief on the north-west (front) face of the cross. The main inscription, incised in a recessed panel on the front face of the plinth, reads TO THE GLORY OF GOD/ AND IN GRATEFUL MEMORY OF THE MEN OF/ THIS PARISH WHO FELL IN THE GREAT WAR/ 1914-1918/ (33 NAMES)/ “THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE.” A further recessed panel has been added to the south-east (rear) face of the plinth, to commemorate those who lost their lives in the Second World War. The incised inscription reads 1939-45/ (23 NAMES). A small rectangular stone tablet at the foot of the plinth on the south-east side commemorates one member of the parish who died serving in Northern Ireland.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Pewsey Heritage Centre showcases the local history of the Vale of Pewsey through a collection of over 10,000 objects. Housed in a former foundry, the centre features exhibitions that highlight the area's agricultural and industrial past, including the history of the Kennet and Avon Canal and the railway.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Wessex Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Pewsey War Memorial Cross is a memorial located in South-East England. It is designated as a Grade II listed building, recognising its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3379, -1.7669
- District
- Wiltshire
- Parish
- Pewsey
- Postcode
- SN9 5DL
- Parliamentary constituency
- East Wiltshire
- Nearest railway station
- Pewsey — 0.5 km
- Opening
- Monday to Saturday 10am–4pm
- Official site
- pewsey-heritage-centre.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q66479196 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pewsey War Memorial Cross?
- Pewsey War Memorial Cross is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SN9 5DL), in the parish of Pewsey.
- What is Pewsey War Memorial Cross?
- Pewsey War Memorial Cross — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Pewsey War Memorial Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Pewsey, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode SN9 5DL.
- Is Pewsey War Memorial Cross a listed building?
- Pewsey War Memorial Cross is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Pewsey War Memorial Cross a protected site?
- Yes — Pewsey War Memorial Cross is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB) and the North Wessex Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Pewsey War Memorial Cross free to visit?
- Yes, Pewsey War Memorial Cross is free to enter.
- How do I get to Pewsey War Memorial Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Pewsey, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SN9 5DL.