Memorials & monuments · East of England
St Giles' War Memorial
In or near Cambridge.
St Giles' War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Cambridge · 2.4 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
St Giles' War Memorial is located in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, with the postcode CB3 0AQ. The nearest railway station is Cambridge, which is 2.4 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
St Giles' War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1428626). 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 St Giles war memorial, designed by the architectural practice of Bodley and Hare, takes the form of a Portland stone crucifix mounted on a square-plan plinth and an octagonal-plan two-stepped base. The south-west elevation of the cross to the corner of Castle Street and Chesterton Lane bears a bronze figure of Christ. The north-west, north-east, and south-east elevations of the plinth each bear a cast bronze plaque listing the names of seventy-four local men who fell in the First World War (1914-18). The south-west elevation of the plinth bears an inscription which reads: ’IN THE NAME OF OUR LORD / JESUS CHRIST THIS CROSS / IS SET UP AS A MEMORIAL / OF THE MEN OF THIS PARISH / WHO DIED FOR THEIR COUNTRY / IN THE GREAT WAR 1914-1919 / REMEMBER THEM IN YOUR / PRAYERS AND YOUR LIVES’. The memorial stands in the churchyard of St. Giles’ Church (listed at Grade II*), at the corner of Castle Street and Chesterton Lane.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Museum of Cambridge showcases the stories of everyday people through a collection of over 40,000 objects that reflect the region's history over the last 300 years. Visitors can explore various exhibits that highlight the diverse daily lives of local residents.
Place summary
St Giles' War Memorial is a Grade II listed building located in London. It commemorates the service and sacrifice of those who served in conflicts. The memorial is notable for its design and historical significance in honouring the local community's contributions during wartime.
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- Coordinates
- 52.2109, 0.1151
- County
- Cambridgeshire
- District
- Cambridge
- Parish
- Cambridge, unparished area
- Postcode
- CB3 0AQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cambridge
- Phone
- +44 1223 355159
- Nearest railway station
- Cambridge — 2.4 km
- Opening
- Mo, We-Sa 10:00-17:00; Su 11:00-16:00
- Official site
- www.museumofcambridge.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26677466 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Giles' War Memorial?
- St Giles' War Memorial is in Cambridgeshire, London, United Kingdom (postcode CB3 0AQ), in the parish of Cambridge, unparished area.
- What is St Giles' War Memorial?
- St Giles' War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to St Giles' War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Cambridge, about 2.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode CB3 0AQ.
- Is St Giles' War Memorial a listed building?
- St Giles' War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is St Giles' War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, St Giles' War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to St Giles' War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Cambridge, about 2.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CB3 0AQ.