Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
West Wycombe War Memorial
West Wycombe War Memorial — 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
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
West Wycombe War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1437427). 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: limestone. DESCRIPTION: the war memorial takes the form of a Calvary cross which is mounted on top of a tall hexagonal shaft topped with a carved collar. The shaft is set on an octagonal plinth and a two-stepped base. The inscription reads: TO THE MEMORY OF WEST WYCOMBE MEN WHO LAID DOWN / THEIR LIVES IN THE GREAT WAR 1914 – 1918 / AND WHOSE NAMES ARE RECORDED IN THE PARISH CHURCH / LIVE THOU FOR ENGLAND, WE FOR ENGLAND DIED / ALSO / IN MEMORY OF THOSE WHO FELL IN WORLD WAR II / 1939 – 1945.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
West Wycombe War Memorial is located in the West Midlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in the armed forces. Its designation reflects its historical and architectural significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6475, -0.8045
- District
- Buckinghamshire
- Parish
- West Wycombe
- Postcode
- HP14 3AH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wycombe
- Official site
- www.westwycombevillage.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q66477826 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is West Wycombe War Memorial?
- West Wycombe War Memorial is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode HP14 3AH), in the parish of West Wycombe.
- Is West Wycombe War Memorial a listed building?
- West Wycombe War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is West Wycombe War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, West Wycombe War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to West Wycombe War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HP14 3AH. It sits within the Wycombe parliamentary constituency.