Memorials & monuments · East of England
Wrestlingworth War Memorial
In or near Wrestlingworth.
Wrestlingworth War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Biggleswade · 7.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Wrestlingworth War Memorial is located in Central Bedfordshire, postcode SG19 2EU. The nearest railway station is Biggleswade, which is 7.3 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Wrestlingworth War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1439019). 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: granite. DESCRIPTION: the war memorial comprises a Celtic-style wheel-head cross with knotwork carved in relief onto the front face. The cross rises from a tapering square shaft with a recessed front panel inscribed with TO THE/ GLORY/ OF GOD at its base. The shaft is set upon a trapezoid granite plinth on a single granite step. The whole is set upon a large single-stepped cement base. On the front of the trapezoid plinth is a dedication in raised lead lettering which reads IN MEMORY OF THE MEN OF THIS PARISH/ WHO MADE THE SUPREME SACRIFICE IN/ THE WAR 1914 – 1918/ (NAMES). The granite step has a further dedication AND 1939 – 1945/ (NAMES).
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Wrestlingworth War Memorial is a Grade II listed memorial located in London. It commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the community's recognition of sacrifice. The memorial's designation underscores its historical and architectural significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1103, -0.1629
- District
- Central Bedfordshire
- Parish
- Wrestlingworth and Cockayne Hatley
- Postcode
- SG19 2EU
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Bedfordshire
- Nearest railway station
- Biggleswade — 7.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q66478069 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wrestlingworth War Memorial?
- Wrestlingworth War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SG19 2EU), in the parish of Wrestlingworth and Cockayne Hatley.
- What is Wrestlingworth War Memorial?
- Wrestlingworth War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wrestlingworth War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Biggleswade, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode SG19 2EU.
- Is Wrestlingworth War Memorial a listed building?
- Wrestlingworth War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Wrestlingworth War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Wrestlingworth War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wrestlingworth War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Biggleswade, about 7.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SG19 2EU.