Memorials & monuments · East of England
Wootton War Memorial
In or near Wootton.
Wootton 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
- Nearest railway station
- Kempston Hardwick · 2.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit Wootton War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Kempston Hardwick, located 2.1 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Wootton 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 1441878). 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 memorial is located on a green off Church Road in Wootton and it comprises a stone Latin cross surmounting a rectangular tapered shaft set on a rectangular plinth. This is set upon a three-stepped base. Two decorated brackets support the arms of the cross and the dates 1914 1919 are carved in relief on the arms of the cross. Stone plaques have been fixed to the memorial; the one on the front face of the plinth bears the inscription ERECTED/ TO THE MEMORY/ OF THE MEN OF THE/ PARISH OF WOOTTON/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN/ THE GREAT WAR. The other faces carry plaques inscribed with the names of the fallen. The base of the shaft carries a plaque which is inscribed 1939 – 1945/ (NAMES). This List entry has been amended to add the source for War Memorials Online. This source was not used in the compilation of this List entry but is added here as a guide for further reading, 6 March 2017.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Wootton War Memorial is located in the West Midlands. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation reflects its historical and architectural significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0946, -0.5343
- District
- Bedford
- Parish
- Wootton
- Postcode
- MK43 9HD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mid Bedfordshire
- Nearest railway station
- Kempston Hardwick — 2.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q66478398 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wootton War Memorial?
- Wootton War Memorial is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode MK43 9HD), in the parish of Wootton.
- What is Wootton War Memorial?
- Wootton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wootton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Kempston Hardwick, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode MK43 9HD.
- Is Wootton War Memorial a listed building?
- Wootton War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Wootton War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Wootton War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wootton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Kempston Hardwick, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode MK43 9HD.