Memorials & monuments · North West England
Whitehaven cenotaph
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Whitehaven cenotaph — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-north-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Corkickle · 0.5 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Whitehaven cenotaph, the nearest railway station is Corkickle, located 0.5 km away. Entry to the memorial is free. The postcode for sat-nav is CA28 7RF.
About
Whitehaven cenotaph is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-north-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1454340). 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 in the form of a cenotaph, 1923 with an added inscription for the Second World War. MATERIALS: Darley Dale sandstone. DESCRIPTION: the memorial is located just inside Castle Park, facing the main, south-western entrance. The cenotaph is in the form of a column of square section with a low pyramidal cap crowned by a wreath, with further wreath-foliage embellishment to the top and base of the column. The south-western face, facing the entrance to the park, has a relief carving of a female figure holding a wreath: a personification of Peace. Above is inscribed TO OUR/ GLORIOUS/ DEAD and at her feet 1914 – 1918. The base of the column is flared and set on a shallow step that is inscribed LEST WE FORGET. Immediately above there is an added stone of a different colour that is inscribed 1939-1945. The memorial is raised up on a plain, uninscribed base. There are no further inscriptions, the three other faces of the memorial being plain. The encircling brick kerbing is a later alteration that is not included in the listing.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Rum Story is an interactive museum in Whitehaven that explores the history of the rum trade and its impact on society. Visitors can experience various exhibits, including a recreation of Mr. Jefferson's office and displays on the history of rum and slavery.
Place summary
The Whitehaven cenotaph is a memorial located in North-East England. It is designated as a Grade II listed building, recognising its historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 54.5463, -3.5841
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Whitehaven
- Postcode
- CA28 7RF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Whitehaven and Workington
- Nearest railway station
- Corkickle — 0.5 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–4pm; last admission at 3pm
- Official site
- www.rumstory.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q66479487 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Whitehaven cenotaph?
- Whitehaven cenotaph is in North-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CA28 7RF), in the parish of Whitehaven.
- What is Whitehaven cenotaph?
- Whitehaven cenotaph — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-north-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Whitehaven cenotaph?
- The nearest railway station is Corkickle, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode CA28 7RF.
- Is Whitehaven cenotaph a listed building?
- Whitehaven cenotaph is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Whitehaven cenotaph free to visit?
- Yes, Whitehaven cenotaph is free to enter.
- How do I get to Whitehaven cenotaph?
- The nearest railway station is Corkickle, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA28 7RF.