Memorials & monuments · South East England
Wavendon War Memorial Cross
In or near Bow Brickhill.
Wavendon War Memorial Cross — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Woburn Sands · 1.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Wavendon War Memorial Cross, the nearest railway station is Woburn Sands, located 1.5 km away. Entry is free, and the postcode for sat-nav is MK17 8LH.
About
Wavendon War Memorial Cross is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1458148). 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 Cornish granite cross stands in the churchyard of the Church of St Mary (Grade II*-listed), overlooking Walton Road. It comprises a rough-hewn wheel-head cross carrying a bronze sword on the front face. The cross-shaft stands on a rough-hewn tapered pedestal. The pedestal has been raised to allow a block of polished granite to be inserted underneath, standing on the original base step below. The principal dedicatory inscription to the front face of the pedestal reads TO THE GLORY OF GOD/ AND IN MEMORY OF (17 NAMES)/ WHO FELL IN THE GREAT WAR/ 1914 - 1918. Below, the later inscription reads ALSO/ (8 NAMES)/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR THEIR COUNTRY/ IN THE WAR 1939 – 1945. The cross is enclosed by four low concrete posts carrying spiked chains.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Wavendon War Memorial Cross is a commemorative site dedicated to honoring those who served in the armed forces. Visitors can pay their respects and reflect on the sacrifices made by service members.
Place summary
Wavendon War Memorial Cross is a memorial located in the West Midlands. It is designated as a Grade II listed building, recognising its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0257, -0.6724
- District
- Milton Keynes
- Parish
- Wavendon
- Postcode
- MK17 8LH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Milton Keynes Central
- Nearest railway station
- Woburn Sands — 1.5 km
- Official site
- stables.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q66479805 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wavendon War Memorial Cross?
- Wavendon War Memorial Cross is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode MK17 8LH), in the parish of Wavendon.
- What is Wavendon War Memorial Cross?
- Wavendon War Memorial Cross — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wavendon War Memorial Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Woburn Sands, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode MK17 8LH.
- Is Wavendon War Memorial Cross a listed building?
- Wavendon War Memorial Cross is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Wavendon War Memorial Cross free to visit?
- Yes, Wavendon War Memorial Cross is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wavendon War Memorial Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Woburn Sands, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode MK17 8LH.