Where is Wookey Hole War Memorial?

Wookey Hole War Memorial is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BA5 1BT), in the parish of St Cuthbert Out.

How do I get to Wookey Hole War Memorial?

Drivers can use postcode BA5 1BT.

Is Wookey Hole War Memorial a listed building?

Wookey Hole War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.

Is Wookey Hole War Memorial a protected site?

Yes — Wookey Hole War Memorial is part of the MENDIP National Nature Reserve and the Mendip Hills National Landscape (AONB).

Is Wookey Hole War Memorial free to visit?

Yes, Wookey Hole War Memorial is free to enter.

How do I get to Wookey Hole War Memorial?

Drivers can navigate to postcode BA5 1BT. It sits within the Wells and Mendip Hills parliamentary constituency.

Memorials & monuments · South West England

Wookey Hole War Memorial

In or near Wookey.

Free admission

Wookey Hole War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 15 min–45 min

Free entry
Dog-friendly

Wookey Hole War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-west, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1390898). 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 The following entry:- 1925/0/10012 08-JUL-04 WOOKEY WOOKEY HOLE War memorial in the churchyard of St Mary Magdalene GV II Shall be replaced by: 1925/0/10012 08-JUL-2004 ST CUTHBERT (OUT) WOOKEY HOLE War Memorial in the churchyard of St Mary Magdalene GV II First World War memorial. Circa 1920; restored 1991. Doulting limestone. Octagonal stepped base and pedestal with bronze plaques on two sides inscribed with the names of the dead; surmounted by a tapered octagonal shaft with slender crocketed pinnacles on alternate sides and an Iona cross with a sheathed sword and wreath to the front. There is also a plaque to the men who died in the Second World War. A well designed example of a First World War memorial with fine detailing situated in the churchyard. This List entry has been amended to add sources for War Memorials Online and the War Memorials Register. These sources were not used in the compilation of this List entry but are added here as a guide for further reading, 25 July 2017. Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 491994 Legacy System: LBS

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Official information

Wookey Hole Mill is a historic site that was once the largest paper mill in Europe. Visitors can explore the Wookey Hole Museum, enjoy live paper-making demonstrations, and experience attractions like a mirror maze and vintage penny arcade machines.

Protected designations

National Nature Reserve: MENDIP
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Mendip Hills

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Wookey Hole War Memorial is located in South-West England. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in the armed forces. Its designation reflects its historical significance and architectural merit.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates: 51.2254, -2.6710
District: Somerset
Parish: St Cuthbert Out
Postcode: BA5 1BT
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
Official site: www.wookey.co.uk

Sources

wikidata: Q26670274 (CC0)

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Museums · South West England

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Cinemas · South West England

Wookey Hole 4D Cinema

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Natural landmarks · South West England

Wookey Hole Caves And Mill

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Caves · South West England

Wookey Hole Caves

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Where to eat & stay near Wookey Hole War Memorial

Places to stay

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Campsites · South West England

Lower Milton Caravan And Camping Site

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Caravan parks · South West England

Wells Holiday Park

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Hotels · South West England

Ancient Gate House Hotel

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Campsites · South West England

Ebborways Camping

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Campsites · South West England

Wookey Farm Camp Site

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Campsites · South West England

The Lorax Patch

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Places to eat & drink

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Restaurants · South West England

Bekynton Brasserie

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