Memorials & monuments · Mid Wales
Staunton on Wye War Memorial
In or near Staunton on Wye.
Staunton on Wye War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Staunton on Wye War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1461930). 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 A First World War memorial, with added commemoration for the Second World War. DESCRIPTION: The war memorial stands in an elevated location beside the A438 at its junction with Church Road, and to the south-east of the village. It takes the form of a plain column of polished granite surmounted by an orb and set on a square, rough-hewn stone plinth with a two-stepped square base. The main inscription in incised lettering on the front (south-east) face of the plinth reads PEACE. A bronze plaque attached to the south-west face carries the inscription SACRED TO THE MEMORY OF/ THE MEN OF THE PARISH WHO FELL/ IN THE GREAT WAR 1914–1919./ (14 NAMES)/ R.I.P. Another bronze plaque attached to the north-east face of the plinth bears a further inscription ALSO OF THOSE WHO FELL/ IN THE 1939–45 WAR/ (4 NAMES). SUBSIDIARY FEATURES: The memorial stands on a paved area within an enclosure defined by painted cast-iron railings and a pedestrian gate. It is accessed from the roadside via four steps which were repaired in the early C21.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Lugg SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Staunton on Wye War Memorial is located in Mid Wales. Recognised as a Grade II listed building, it commemorates those who served in conflicts. The memorial reflects the community's commitment to honouring its history.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0957, -2.9153
- District
- Herefordshire, County of
- Parish
- Staunton on Wye
- Postcode
- HR4 7NE
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Herefordshire
- Established
- 1920
Sources
- wikidata: Q60710384 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Staunton on Wye War Memorial?
- Staunton on Wye War Memorial is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode HR4 7NE), in the parish of Staunton on Wye.
- What is Staunton on Wye War Memorial?
- Staunton on Wye War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Staunton on Wye War Memorial?
- Drivers can use postcode HR4 7NE.
- When was Staunton on Wye War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1920.
- Is Staunton on Wye War Memorial a listed building?
- Staunton on Wye War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Staunton on Wye War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Staunton on Wye War Memorial is part of the River Lugg SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Staunton on Wye War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Staunton on Wye War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Staunton on Wye War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HR4 7NE. It sits within the North Herefordshire parliamentary constituency.