Memorials & monuments · East Midlands
West Willoughby War Memorial
In or near Byards Leap.
West Willoughby War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Ancaster · 1.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the West Willoughby War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Ancaster, located 1.9 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is NG32 3SN, and entry is free.
About
West Willoughby War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1456889). 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 First World War memorial with later additions for the Second World War. MATERIALS: timber calvary cross, bronze figure, brick base. DESCRIPTION: West Willoughby War Memorial is located on Willoughby Road on a site edged by hedging. It consists of a slim cross with a figure of Christ on its front face. Below this is an oak shield with gilt lettering. The inscription reads REMEMBER/ WITH THANKSGIVING THE/ MEN OF THIS PARISH/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES/ IN TWO WORLD/ WARS/ 1914 – 1918/ (NAMES)/ 1939 – 1945/ (NAMES)/ THEIR NAME LIVETH/ FOR EVERMORE. The cross rises on a small brick three-stepped base.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
West Willoughby War Memorial is located in the East Midlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the region's historical context. Its designation highlights its architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.9805, -0.5611
- County
- Lincolnshire
- District
- South Kesteven
- Parish
- Ancaster
- Postcode
- NG32 3SN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Grantham and Bourne
- Nearest railway station
- Ancaster — 1.9 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q66479695 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Willoughby War Memorial?
- West Willoughby War Memorial is in Lincolnshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NG32 3SN), in the parish of Ancaster.
- What is West Willoughby War Memorial?
- West Willoughby War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to West Willoughby War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Ancaster, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode NG32 3SN.
- Is West Willoughby War Memorial a listed building?
- West Willoughby War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is West Willoughby War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, West Willoughby War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to West Willoughby War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Ancaster, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NG32 3SN.