Memorials & monuments · South East England
Wickham War Memorial
In or near Wickham.
Wickham War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Fareham · 5.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Wickham War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Fareham, located 5.2 km away. The postcode for navigation is PO17 5JH, and entry to the memorial is free.
About
Wickham War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1452782). 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: Portland limestone cross. DESCRIPTION: Wickham War Memorial is located in the churchyard of the Church of St Nicholas on Southwick Road, Wickham. It consists of a Portland stone Latin cross detailed with crockets. The cross rises on a slim octagonal shaft which stands on a square plinth with carved roses running around the top of the plinth. The memorial has an octagonal three-stepped base. The plinth is incised with the names of the fallen from the First World War. Around the top step in raised lettering is 1914 - 1919 TO/ THE GLORIOUS/ MEMORY OF/ THE MEN OF/ WICKHAM WHO/ FOUGHT AND/ FELL FOR FAITH/ AND FREEDOM. The Second World War names have been added to a face of the bottom step and are preceded by 1939 - 1945.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
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Place summary
Wickham War Memorial is located in South-East England. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. It serves as a significant historical marker within the community.
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- Coordinates
- 50.8996, -1.1836
- County
- Hampshire
- District
- Winchester
- Parish
- Wickham and Knowle
- Postcode
- PO17 5JH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Fareham and Waterlooville
- Phone
- +44 1329 834078
- Established
- 1920
- Nearest railway station
- Fareham — 5.2 km
- Opening
- Tue - Sat 9.00 - 16:00; Sundays & Bank Holidays 10:00 - 15:30
- Official site
- thechesapeakemill.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q55693390 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wickham War Memorial?
- Wickham War Memorial is in Hampshire, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode PO17 5JH), in the parish of Wickham and Knowle.
- What is Wickham War Memorial?
- Wickham War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wickham War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Fareham, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode PO17 5JH.
- When was Wickham War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1920.
- Is Wickham War Memorial a listed building?
- Wickham War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Wickham War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Wickham War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wickham War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Fareham, about 5.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PO17 5JH.