Memorials & monuments · East of England
Wreningham War Memorial
In or near Wreningham.
Wreningham War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Wymondham · 5.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Wreningham War Memorial is located in South Norfolk, postcode NR16 1BH. The nearest railway station is Wymondham, which is 5.3 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Wreningham War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1456175). 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 limestone war memorial cross stands on the southern edge of the churchyard of the Church of All Saints (Grade I-listed). It comprises a Latin cross-head on a collared cross shaft, octagonal in section. The shaft rises from a two-stage plinth, square on plan, that stands on a large base. The lower stage of the plinth is formed of limestone ashlar, with knapped facing flints visible on three sides. The base is formed of flint cobbles with a stone cap. The principal dedicatory inscription is recorded on the front face of the shouldered upper stage of the plinth. It reads REMEMBER/ THOSE/ WHO DIED/ FOR KING AND COUNTRY/ 1914 1919. The commemorated First World War names are listed on the other faces. The Second World War dedication, to the front face of the lower stage of the plinth, reads 1939 1945/ (NAMES).
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Wreningham War Memorial is a Grade II listed memorial located in the East of England. It commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the village's historical contributions to national service.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5440, 1.1886
- County
- Norfolk
- District
- South Norfolk
- Parish
- Wreningham
- Postcode
- NR16 1BH
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Norfolk
- Nearest railway station
- Wymondham — 5.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q66479639 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wreningham War Memorial?
- Wreningham War Memorial is in Norfolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode NR16 1BH), in the parish of Wreningham.
- What is Wreningham War Memorial?
- Wreningham War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wreningham War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Wymondham, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode NR16 1BH.
- Is Wreningham War Memorial a listed building?
- Wreningham War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Wreningham War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Wreningham War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wreningham War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Wymondham, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NR16 1BH.