Memorials & monuments · Mid Wales
Winforton War Memorial
In or near Eardisley.
Winforton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Winforton War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1462144). 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 A First World War memorial from around 1920, altered following the Second World War. MATERIALS: the memorial is constructed of timber with a stone base. DETAILS: the memorial stands in a prominent position beside one of the entrances to the churchyard, close to the Church of St Michael and All Angels (Grade II*). The memorial comprises a wooden hooded Calvary cross with a figure of Christ on a three-stepped stone base. The cross stands in front of a stone wall which bears the inscriptions. The main inscription on the wall behind the cross reads: (in raised lettering) + TO THE GLORY OF GOD/ AND IN MEMORY OF THE/ MEN OF THIS PARISH WHO/ DIED IN THE GREAT WAR/(in incised lettering) (NAMES)/ 1939–1945 (NAME).
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Winforton War Memorial is located in Mid Wales. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the region's historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1168, -3.0252
- District
- Herefordshire, County of
- Parish
- Willersley and Winforton
- Postcode
- HR3 6AL
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Herefordshire
- Established
- 1920
Sources
- wikidata: Q61045257 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Winforton War Memorial?
- Winforton War Memorial is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode HR3 6AL), in the parish of Willersley and Winforton.
- What is Winforton War Memorial?
- Winforton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Winforton War Memorial?
- Drivers can use postcode HR3 6AL.
- When was Winforton War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1920.
- Is Winforton War Memorial a listed building?
- Winforton War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Winforton War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Winforton War Memorial is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Winforton War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Winforton War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Winforton War Memorial?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode HR3 6AL. It sits within the North Herefordshire parliamentary constituency.