Memorials & monuments · London
Thurleigh War Memorial
Thurleigh 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
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Thurleigh 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 1437345). 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: Granite wheel cross, marble shield. DESCRIPTION: Thurleigh war memorial comprises a roughly hewn granite wheel cross, bearing a Sword of Sacrifice in relief at the centre of the wheel cross and down the shaft. The memorial has a square plinth inscribed on the front face with black painted lead lettering with: TO THE GLORY OF GOD / AND IN GRATEFUL MEMORY OF / THE MEN OF THURLEIGH / WHO FELL IN THE GREAT WAR. 1914 – 1918 / (NAMES). Set at the base of the memorial is an inclined marble shield bearing the inscription: THEY DIED FOR ME, / CHRIST DIED FOR ALL. / R.I.P. On a side face is inscribed: 1939 – 1945 / (NAME) The memorial is set on a two-stepped base within an area of paving with a path leading up to it.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Thurleigh War Memorial is a Grade II listed building located in London. It commemorates those who served and sacrificed in wartime. The memorial serves as a significant historical marker within the community.
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- Coordinates
- 52.2147, -0.4615
- District
- Bedford
- Parish
- Thurleigh
- Postcode
- MK44 2DB
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Bedfordshire
Sources
- wikidata: Q66477814 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Thurleigh War Memorial?
- Thurleigh War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode MK44 2DB), in the parish of Thurleigh.
- Is Thurleigh War Memorial a listed building?
- Thurleigh War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Thurleigh War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Thurleigh War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Thurleigh War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode MK44 2DB. It sits within the North Bedfordshire parliamentary constituency.