Memorials & monuments Β· North East England
War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum
In or near Startforth.
War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum β Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-north-east, United Kingdom.

Stanley Howe β CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 minβ45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-north-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1218254). 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 NZ0516SW 770-1/6/157 BARNARD CASTLE NEWGATE (North side (off)) War memorial to south west of Bowes Museum GV II First World War memorial approximately 32 metres west of west lodge to Bowes Museum (qv). c1919. For the Durham Militia. Ashlar, probably sandstone. Octagonal plan. Three high steps to chamfered base of plinth with carved laurel wreath. Slender tapered shaft, approximately 2 metres high, has broach-stopped chamfers and battlemented coping. From this rises a stone crucifix, the cross with decorated arms. Inscription on base of cross at front to the men of all ranks of the Durham Militia who died 1914-1918; at rear: 'DLI' (Durham Light Infantry) and the regimental badge. Listing NGR: NZ0544916232 This List entry has been amended to add sources for War Memorials Online, the War Memorials Register and North East War Memorials Project. These sources were not used in the compilation of this List entry but are added here as a guide for further reading, 6 September 2018. Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 388786 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Bowes Museum is a cultural institution showcasing a diverse collection of art, fashion, and design. Visitors can explore various exhibitions, including works by renowned designers and artists, as well as enjoy family-friendly activities in the museum's beautiful parkland.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The War Memorial to the South West of Bowes Museum is located in Barnard Castle, North-East England. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the area's historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5413, -1.9173
- District
- County Durham
- Parish
- Barnard Castle
- Postcode
- DL12 8NP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bishop Auckland
- Phone
- +44 1833 690606
- Opening
- Daily 10amβ5pm; closed 24β26 Dec
- Official site
- www.thebowesmuseum.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q26512900 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum?
- War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode DL12 8NP), in the parish of Barnard Castle.
- What is War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum?
- War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum β Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-north-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum?
- Drivers can use postcode DL12 8NP.
- Is War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum a listed building?
- War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum a protected site?
- Yes β War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum is part of the North Pennines National Landscape (AONB).
- Is War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum free to visit?
- Yes, War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum is free to enter.
- How do I get to War Memorial to South West of Bowes Museum?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode DL12 8NP. It sits within the Bishop Auckland parliamentary constituency.