Monuments in the United Kingdom

Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry War Memorial

Oksford

The Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry War Memorial stands in Cowley, on the eastern side of Oxford. It honours the men of the county regiment who died in the First World War, and it is the work of Sir Edwin Lutyens, the architect behind many of Britain's best-known war memorials. What is this memorial? The monument was unveiled on Armistice Day, 11 November 1923. It was raised for soldiers of the Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire Light Infantry killed in the Great War, and names from the Second World War were added later, so it now commemorates the fallen of both conflicts. War memorial registers record more than 5,800 First World War names on it. Since 1972 it has been a Grade II listed structure, entry number 1369419 in the National Heritage List for England. What does it look like? It is a tall, plain obelisk of Portland stone. Lutyens kept decoration to a minimum: the only ornament is the regimental badge, carved in relief. That restraint is typical of his memorials and leaves the focus on the names and the act of remembrance. Why is it on Rose Hill? The regiment first hoped to place the memorial near its barracks in Cowley, but no suitable plot could be found. Christ Church, the Oxford college, donated land on Rose Hill instead. The obelisk stands on the east side of the road, close to the junction with Church Cowley Road, and the site was chosen so the monument reads against the sky. How do you get there? The memorial lies outside the tourist centre, in an ordinary residential area of south-east Oxford. City buses towards Cowley and Rose Hill run from the centre, and cycling takes a little over ten minutes. It stands beside the street, so there is no ticket and no opening time. When should you visit? The most striking moment is around 11 November, when Remembrance Day wreaths and poppies are laid at memorials across the UK. At any other time a stop takes just a few minutes and fits easily into a walk through east Oxford. Frequently asked questions Who designed the memorial? Sir Edwin Lutyens, who designed many British war memorials. When was it unveiled? On 11 November 1923, the fifth anniversary of the Armistice. Is there an entry fee? No. The memorial is in a public space beside the road. Is it a listed monument? Yes. It has been Grade II listed since 1972.

Sutton War Memorial

Londyn

Sutton War Memorial honours the people of the Sutton area who died in the two world wars. It stands in Manor Park in Sutton, in south London, and makes a quiet, worthwhile stop for anyone exploring outer London beyond the usual sights. What is the memorial and who designed it? The monument is a Latin cross set on a tapering octagonal shaft, carved in Portland stone, the traditional material of British war memorials. Architect J. S. W. Burmester drew up the design and also laid out the memorial gardens around it. The Imperial War Museum register adds that Burmester and W. Marchant of Merton won the competition for the design. When was it unveiled? The unveiling took place on 26 June 1921. Sir Ralph Forster performed the ceremony and the Bishop of Southwark dedicated the memorial. Commemoration of those killed in the Second World War was added later, so the cross now remembers both conflicts. Is it a listed monument? Yes. Historic England added it to the National Heritage List for England at Grade II on 5 December 2016, recognising its historic and architectural interest. Sources disagree on how many names are recorded on it, so treat any single figure with care. Where is it and how do you get there? The memorial stands at the southern end of Manor Park, close to the Carshalton Road entrance, in central Sutton. Coordinates are roughly 51.362 N, 0.190 W. The town centre is within walking distance and Sutton has rail links to central London. Access is free because the memorial sits in a public park. What else is nearby? Manor Park has paths and lawns for a short walk or a rest. Take care not to confuse this memorial with others nearby: a separate, smaller Celtic wheel-cross stands in the churchyard of All Saints in Sutton, and neighbouring Carshalton has its own listed war memorial. When should you visit? Daytime hours, when the park is open, work best. The most atmospheric moment is Remembrance Sunday, the Sunday closest to 11 November, when ceremonies take place at war memorials across the UK. For quiet and good photographic light, aim for spring or early autumn. Frequently asked questions Is there an entrance fee? No. The memorial is in the public Manor Park and can be viewed without a ticket. When was Sutton War Memorial unveiled? On 26 June 1921, with Second World War commemoration added afterwards. Who designed it? Architect J. S. W. Burmester, who also designed the memorial gardens around it. Is it protected? Yes. It has been Grade II listed by Historic England since December 2016.

New Zealand War Memorial

City of Westminster

New Zealand War Memorial stands at Hyde Park Corner in the City of Westminster, London, and honours the New Zealanders who died in the First and Second World Wars. Its official name is "Southern Stand", and it is among the most unconventional war memorials in central London. Who designed it and when was it unveiled? The memorial was dedicated on 11 November 2006, Armistice Day. Two New Zealanders created it: architect John Hardwick-Smith and sculptor Paul Dibble. The scheme came out of a design competition won by Athfield Architects together with the Dibble Art Company. The New Zealand Government paid for it, at a cost of roughly NZ$3 million. What will you see? Sixteen upright bronze "standards" of different heights rise from a grassy slope. According to one source the tallest reach about 4.5 metres. Each standard is built from two intersecting plates, so from a distance or from above the group looks like crosses floating in the air. The surfaces carry patterns, lettering, raised images, cut-out shapes and small three-dimensional models. Look for the silver fern, a manaia figure from Maori tradition, poppies framing words by First World War soldier Barney Lucas, and a figure of a Kiwi farmer. The memorial is meant to mark the bond between New Zealand and the United Kingdom and the sacrifice they shared in wartime. Where exactly is it? It sits on the north-east side of Hyde Park Corner, on the Piccadilly side near Wellington Arch. The Australian War Memorial stands diagonally opposite, so you can see both in one short walk. How do you get there? Hyde Park Corner Underground station (Piccadilly line) is right next to it. Many bus routes stop nearby, and you can walk from Green Park or Buckingham Palace in a few minutes. Entry is free and the memorial is in open public space, so you can visit at any hour. When is the best time to visit? Daylight shows off the texture of the bronze, while evening lighting gives the standards a different feel. Mornings are generally calmer than midday, when the Hyde Park Corner area is busy with traffic. November, around Remembrance Day, has particular meaning here. Frequently asked questions Is there an entrance fee? No. The memorial is in a public space and free to see. How many standards are there? Sixteen bronze standards of varying heights. When was it unveiled? On 11 November 2006. What else is nearby? The Australian War Memorial across the junction, Wellington Arch, Green Park and Hyde Park.

Hemel Hempstead War Memorial

Dacorum

Hemel Hempstead War Memorial is a Grade II listed memorial in Boxmoor, on the edge of Hemel Hempstead in Hertfordshire (Dacorum district). It dates from 1921 and was added to the National Heritage List for England in 2016. What will you see? The memorial is carved from limestone. An octagonal column rises from a square pedestal and a two-step base, and it is topped by a St Chad's cross. Four words run around the base of the column: Sacrifice (1914-1919), Honour, Valour and Victory. Limestone tablets on the pedestal name 356 local residents who died in the First World War. The plinth below is marked 1939-1945 and carries four tablets with 151 names from the Second World War. Smaller later plaques cover Malaya (1951-1953), Aden (1965), the South Atlantic (1982) and Afghanistan (from 2001). What is its history? Lieutenant-Colonel Lovel Francis Smeethman, son of the town solicitor, unveiled the monument on 26 June 1921. He had lost two brothers in the war, and both appear among the names. The memorial first stood near a road junction in central Hemel Hempstead. It was moved to its present site some time before 2003. How do you find it? You will find it on a grassy corner where St John's Road meets Station Road, beside the churchyard of the Church of St John the Evangelist, itself Grade II listed. The spot is in Boxmoor, a short walk from Hemel Hempstead railway station. It is open ground, so access is free at any hour. When should you visit? The most meaningful time is Remembrance Sunday in November, when the town holds a service here. For reading the inscriptions in peace, pick a weekday in daylight; spring to autumn gives the best light. Allow 15 to 20 minutes, or combine it with a stroll around Boxmoor and a look at the neighbouring church. Frequently asked questions Is the memorial listed? Yes. Historic England listed it at Grade II in October 2016, citing its historic interest, commemorative role, design and group value with the nearby church. How many names does it carry? 356 from the First World War and 151 from the Second World War, plus a handful from later conflicts. Is there an entrance fee? No. The memorial stands on public green space and can be visited at any time. Is this the mosaic poppy memorial on Marlowes? No. That separate memorial in the town centre was installed in 2012 and honours service personnel who died after 1945. The 1921 listed monument is in Boxmoor.

Hobson's Conduit monument

Cambridge

Hobson's Conduit monument in Cambridge is an octagonal stone structure at the corner of Lensfield Road and Trumpington Road, just south of the city centre. It began life as a fountain in the market and now stands beside a busy junction, a reminder of the seventeenth-century scheme that brought clean water into town. What is Hobson's Conduit? The conduit is a watercourse built between 1610 and 1614 to carry spring water from Nine Wells, near Great Shelford, into Cambridge. One aim was to flush the King's Ditch, a fouled channel blamed for outbreaks of plague. In 1614 the supply reached a new fountain on Market Hill. It is named for Thomas Hobson, a prosperous Cambridge carrier who backed the project and left land in his will to pay for its upkeep. He also gave English the phrase "Hobson's choice", from the way he hired out horses from his stable. Why is the monument here? The fountain stood on Market Hill until the mid-nineteenth century, when it was taken down and re-erected beside Lensfield Road. Sources disagree on the year of the move (1849 or 1856), so the safe description is "mid-1800s". The structure is listed Grade II* on the National Heritage List for England, and the wider water system is also protected as a monument. What will you see? The monument is small and takes a few minutes to look at. It is an eight-sided stone structure that you view from outside. The context adds interest: along Trumpington Road you can spot stretches of the open brook belonging to the same system. Much of the channel runs underground, so the whole route cannot be followed by eye. How do you get there? It lies roughly a 15–20 minute walk from Market Hill and the centre, close to Cambridge railway station and the Botanic Garden. Walking or cycling suits Cambridge best. The monument stands on a pavement by the junction, so access is open at any hour and free. There are no toilets or cafes on the spot, though nearby streets have several. When should you visit? Any season works. Daylight shows the stonework best, and the stop pairs easily with the Botanic Garden or a walk among the colleges. Frequently asked questions Is there an entry fee? No. The monument is in a public space and open at all times. How long does a visit take? Five to ten minutes. Add a stroll along the brook on Trumpington Road and allow about half an hour. Is it a protected monument? Yes. Historic England lists Hobson's Conduit at Grade II*, and the water system is also protected as a monument. Where does "Hobson's choice" come from? From Thomas Hobson, who hired out horses in Cambridge and offered customers only the one nearest the stable door.

Obelisk on the west side of Moat Wood in Trent Park

Londyn

The Trent Park obelisk rises at the north-western edge of Moat Wood in Trent Park, a large public park in Enfield, north London. A listed stone monument with an unusual backstory, it was brought here from another estate and now works as a quiet landmark on a countryside walk just inside the city limits. What is the Trent Park obelisk? It is a stone obelisk on a square base. Historic England records it in the National Heritage List for England under entry 1358677 as a Grade II listed structure, first listed in 1974 and amended in 1975. The official title is "Obelisk on the West Side of Moat Wood in Trent Park". The inscription marks the birth of George Grey, Earl of Harold, son of Henry and Sophia, Duke and Duchess of Kent. The listing carries a note about the date shown on the stone, so the wording of the inscription is the safer thing to quote than any year. Where did it come from? The monument originally stood at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire. In 1934 Sir Philip Sassoon, then owner of Trent House, had it moved to Trent Park together with other early eighteenth-century pieces from the same estate. It was set on the edge of the grounds so that it could be seen from the house terrace along a ride cut through Moat Wood. What will you see? a slender stone obelisk with a commemorative inscription, the contrast between the formal monument and the surrounding woodland, a sightline along the ride towards the old mansion grounds, the wider park: meadows, woods and ponds that suit a longer walk. The obelisk is a stop on a walk, not a full-day attraction. Expect ten to fifteen minutes at the monument itself, and a few hours if you explore the park around it. How do you get there, and can you go in? Trent Park is public parkland and the obelisk stands in the open grounds, so you view it from the paths without a ticket for the monument. The nearest Tube station is Cockfosters on the Piccadilly line. From there it is a walk of around fifteen minutes to the park entrance, and further on foot along the paths to reach Moat Wood. Wear sturdy shoes, since the trails can get muddy after rain. When should you visit? Daylight hours in spring and summer give the driest paths and the greenest woodland. In autumn the colours around Moat Wood make for good photographs. Frequently asked questions Is the Trent Park obelisk a listed monument? Yes. It is on the National Heritage List for England at Grade II. Where did the obelisk come from? From Wrest Park in Bedfordshire. Sir Philip Sassoon moved it to Trent Park in 1934. Do I need a ticket? The obelisk stands in public parkland and you view it from the paths, with no ticket for the monument itself. How do I find it? Get off at Cockfosters station, enter Trent Park and head for Moat Wood on the north-western side of the park.

Swanley War Memorial

Swanley

Swanley War Memorial in Swanley, Kent, honours the local men who died in the First and Second World Wars. It was unveiled in 1922 and now stands beside the church of St Mary the Virgin on St Mary's Road, on the south-eastern edge of Greater London. It is a Grade II listed structure. What is it, and who designed it? The sculptor Louis Frederick Roslyn designed the memorial, which combines Portland stone with bronze. Names of the fallen from both world wars are inscribed on it. Like many English town memorials, it is a modest monument that serves the community rather than a large attraction, so expect a short, quiet visit. What is its history? The Imperial War Museum's War Memorials Register records the unveiling as 1 March 1922, with local clergy and dignitaries present. The memorial first stood at Swanley Cross, where Swanley Lane meets London Road. It was later moved about 350 metres north-west into the grounds of St Mary's Church. The sources do not give the date of the move. The IWM register also lists a rededication on 26 October 1980. Historic England added the memorial to the National Heritage List for England on 5 November 2007 (list entry 1392300), and Kent's Historic Environment Record carries a matching entry. How do you get there? The memorial is on St Mary's Road next to the church, within walking distance of central Swanley. Swanley railway station has regular services to London (including Victoria and London Bridge) and onward into Kent. Coordinates: 51.3976 N, 0.1723 E. Is it free, and when should you visit? It stands outdoors, so you can see it at any time without a ticket. The most atmospheric moment is Remembrance Sunday, the second Sunday of November, when communities across the UK hold ceremonies. Allow about fifteen minutes, and combine it with a walk around the church and the surrounding streets. Frequently asked questions Is Swanley War Memorial a listed monument? Yes. It has been Grade II listed since 5 November 2007. Who designed it? The sculptor Louis Frederick Roslyn, working in Portland stone and bronze. Has it always stood by St Mary's Church? No. It was unveiled in 1922 at Swanley Cross and later moved roughly 350 metres to the churchyard area. Do I need to pay to see it? No. It is a public memorial in an outdoor setting.

Statue of Alfred the Great

Vale of White Horse

The Statue of Alfred the Great dominates the Market Place in Wantage, Oxfordshire, in the Vale of White Horse district. The Victorian marble figure honours the Anglo-Saxon king whom the town claims as its native son, and it has held Grade II listed status since 1985. Why is there a statue of Alfred in Wantage? Alfred ruled Wessex in the ninth century, held back Viking invasions of southern England, and remains the only English monarch known as "the Great". Wantage is traditionally named as his birthplace, around the year 849. Locals have long leaned on that link, and the king's name turns up on pubs, streets, and civic bodies around town. The statue in the square is the most visible expression of it. Who made it and when? The figure was a gift to the town from Robert Loyd-Lindsay, a local landowner and soldier who was later created Baron Wantage. The sculptor was Count Victor Gleichen, a relative of Queen Victoria. The Prince and Princess of Wales, later Edward VII and Alexandra, unveiled it on 14 July 1877. It took the place of the old town hall, which was demolished to clear the site. What will you see? Alfred appears as a warrior-king in armour and cloak, holding an axe, high on a plinth in the centre of the square. It is larger than life, so it towers over the surrounding buildings and is visible from several side streets. Vandals have targeted it in the past: the right arm and axe were damaged at the end of 2007, and after repairs the axe was damaged again a year later. The statue can now be seen intact. Take time to look at the shopfronts and cafes around the Market Place, and the small Vale and Downland Museum nearby, which covers local history. How do you get there? Wantage is roughly 25 km south-west of Oxford and about 15 km from Didcot. Buses run from Oxford and Abingdon. The town has no railway station, so the closest are Didcot Parkway and Oxford. The Market Place sits in the town centre, and public car parks are a few minutes' walk away. Is it free, and when should you visit? The statue stands in an open public square, so it is accessible around the clock at no charge. Late morning gives good photographic light. A Saturday market fills the square, which adds atmosphere but can block the view of the plinth. Frequently Asked Questions Is the Wantage statue of Alfred a listed monument? Yes. Historic England lists it at Grade II, a designation dating from 1985. Who sculpted it? Count Victor Gleichen made it. It was unveiled in 1877 and funded by Robert Loyd-Lindsay, later Lord Wantage. Do you need a ticket to see it? No. It stands in the public square and can be viewed at any hour. Are there other Alfred statues in England? Yes, in Winchester, Pewsey, and Southwark. The Wantage one is a separate, earlier monument tied to the town's claim as his birthplace.

Cameron Obelisk, Fassifern Road, Fort William

Fort William

The Cameron Obelisk on Fassifern Road in Fort William is a grey granite monument from 1847 that overlooks the town in the Highland region of Scotland. It is a Category B listed structure. Despite the surname, it is not a military memorial and has no link to the Cameron Highlanders. It is a family tribute to a merchant ship captain. Who is the obelisk dedicated to? Sir Duncan Cameron of Fassfern erected the monument in 1847 for his brother, Captain Peter Cameron. Peter was the third son of Sir Ewen Cameron of Fassfern. He was born in Fort William and died at Blackheath in 1843. The main inscription describes him as captain of the Earl of Balcarras, an Indiaman, which was a large merchant sailing ship of the East India trade. You will see the family estate spelled both Fassfern and Fassifern. The road name uses the longer form. What does it look like? The monument is a slender obelisk of grey granite ashlar. It rises from a square plinth with a cornice, set on a stepped base. A plaque of polished red stone with the main inscription sits in the south face, and a carved wreath decorates the west side. A second plaque commemorates Ian Alastair Campbell. Its date has weathered away and can no longer be read. If you enjoy epigraphy or local clan history, both plaques are worth a close look. Where exactly is it? The obelisk stands on Fassifern Road in Fort William, in the historic county of Inverness-shire, at roughly 56.8178 N, 5.1091 W (OS grid reference NN103738). The site commands a view over the town, and the listing singles out this position as part of its interest. It lies in the civil parish of Kilmallie. Why is it listed? The monument was listed on 5 October 1971 and carries reference LB31785 in the Historic Environment Scotland register, formerly Historic Scotland. The Highland Council Historic Environment Record keeps it as MHG17317. Category B marks a building of regional importance. What else is nearby? Fort William is the main town of the western Highlands and the usual base for Ben Nevis and Glen Nevis. Other memorials in the area are easy to confuse with this one. On The Parade stands the 1909 bronze statue of Donald Cameron of Locheil by W. Birnie Rhind, and near Spean Bridge is the well-known Commando Memorial. At Corpach, on the edge of town, a separate obelisk honours Colonel John Cameron, who fell at Quatre Bras. The Fassifern Road obelisk is a smaller and quieter monument than any of these. When should you visit? The obelisk is an open-air monument, so you can see it in any season and without a ticket. A clear day gives the best photographs and the best outlook over the town. Highland weather changes quickly, so carry a waterproof jacket. Frequently asked questions Does the obelisk commemorate the Cameron Highlanders? No. The 1847 monument honours Captain Peter Cameron, master of the Earl of Balcarras, who died in 1843. His brother paid for it. Is there an entry fee? No. It is a freestanding public monument, open to view all year. What heritage status does it have? It is Category B listed (LB31785), meaning regional importance, since 5 October 1971. What is it made of? Grey granite ashlar on a square, corniced plinth with a stepped base. The main plaque is polished red stone.

Commando Memorial

Spean Bridge

The Commando Memorial near Spean Bridge is one of the best-loved war monuments in the Scottish Highlands. It sits on a hillside in Lochaber, roughly a mile from the village, and honours the soldiers of Britain's original Commando units from the Second World War. From the viewing area you look across to Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles, and to the Aonach Mòr range. What is the Commando Memorial? Three bronze soldiers in field kit stand on a stone plinth, gazing out over the glen. The monument was unveiled in 1952 by Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother. It carries Category A listing, the highest level of protection for historic structures in Scotland. For many visitors it is both a place of remembrance and a scenic stop on the road north. Why was it built here? The setting was chosen for its link with commando training. In 1942 the Commando Training Depot opened at Achnacarry Castle, a few miles to the south-west, and recruits spent weeks drilling across the mountains, forests and lochs of Lochaber. The memorial looks out over this training country, so the location carries real historical weight. What can you see on site? the group of three bronze figures, which reward a walk around the plinth, a broad mountain panorama taking in Ben Nevis, Aonach Mòr and the surrounding glens, commemorative plaques and inscriptions near the base, including later dedications to individual units and fallen servicemen, grassy ground and benches for a short break on a long drive. Photographers like the spot in low morning or late-afternoon light, when the peaks behind the statue are sharply lit. How do you get there? The memorial is beside the road close to Spean Bridge, on the route between Fort William and the Great Glen towards Loch Ness and Inverness. By car it is a drive of around fifteen minutes from Fort William. There is a free car park next to the monument and no entry charge. Buses serve the main road in the area, but the last stretch on foot takes a while, so most visitors arrive by car or as part of a Highlands tour. When should you visit? The site is open all year. Clear days from late spring to summer give the longest views, yet autumn and winter often bring snow-capped summits that look just as striking. Highland weather can change within minutes, so bring a warm layer even if the glen is sunny. Allow 20 to 30 minutes. Frequently asked questions Is there an entry fee? No. The memorial is open to everyone and parking beside it is free. When was the memorial unveiled? In 1952, by Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother. What can you see from the memorial? Ben Nevis, the Aonach Mòr massif and the glens of Lochaber, including the country once used for commando training. How long should you plan for a visit? Usually 20 to 30 minutes is enough to look at the sculpture, read the inscriptions and take photos.

Monument To The Fourth Earl Of Aberdeen, Hill Of Ythsie

Ythanbank

The Monument to the Fourth Earl of Aberdeen on the Hill of Ythsie is a red granite tower standing near Ythanbank and Tarves in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Locals simply call it the Prop of Ythsie. It crowns a modest hill and gives one of the widest views over the farmland of Formartine. Who is it for, and when was it built? The tower went up in 1861-62 to honour George Hamilton-Gordon, the 4th Earl of Aberdeen, who served as British Prime Minister in the 19th century. Tenants of his Haddo Estate raised the money, reportedly in recognition of the improvements he made on their land. A plaque above the doorway, presented by the tenantry, records his dates of birth and death. What does the tower look like? It is a square, 25 m tower of coursed red granite with dressed corners and a crenellated parapet carried on corbels. A spiral stair inside climbs to the top; visitors count 91 steps. Walkers' accounts describe the steps as uneven and dark in places, so sturdy footwear helps. The monument is a Category C(S) listed building (Historic Environment Scotland, LB13883). Gordon District Council restored it in 1992, and further repairs followed in August 2012. What can you see from the hill? The Hill of Ythsie reaches 119 m above sea level, about 2 km east of Tarves. It rises clear of the surrounding fields, so the hilltop and the tower look out across a broad sweep of Aberdeenshire's farming country. A stone circle lies nearby, signposted from the B999. How do you get there? Take the B999 near Tarves and follow the signs for the Prop of Ythsie. A car park at the hill starts a short path of roughly 1 km with about 50 m of climbing. Another option is the car park about 500 m up Ythsie Road on the left, which is around a 20-minute walk from the tower. The route is easy for most visitors, including families. When should you visit? Choose a clear day, when visibility lets you enjoy the panorama. The summit is exposed, so rain and strong wind make it unpleasant and the path can turn muddy. The walk combines well with other sights around Tarves, such as the stone circle. Frequently asked questions How long is the walk to the tower? From the hill car park it is about 1 km. From the car park on Ythsie Road it takes around 20 minutes. How tall is the tower and how many steps are there? It is about 25 m high, and visitors report 91 steps on the spiral stair. Does the National Trust for Scotland run it? We found no evidence of that. The monument is a listed building recorded by Historic Environment Scotland as LB13883. Why was it built? Tenants of the Haddo Estate paid for it as a memorial to the 4th Earl of Aberdeen, who was also Prime Minister.

First World War Memorial And Attached Railings

Hull

The First World War Memorial in Hull (listed as First World War Memorial and attached railings) stands on Paragon Square in the centre of Kingston upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire. The listed monument is also known as the Kingston upon Hull War Memorial or Hull Cenotaph, and it serves as the city's main tribute to those who died between 1914 and 1918. Which memorial is this? The registry name is generic, because Hull has many street shrines, name tablets and local war memorials. This entry refers to one monument: the one on Paragon Square, in the Myton area. It was designed by T. Harold Hughes, dated 1923 and put up in 1924. It is built of granite and Portland stone. The main element is a slim pylon on a stepped base, with a separate pedestal standing in front of it. Low bronze railings run along the front, and they are protected together with the memorial. How is it protected? The memorial and its railings are on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1291989, at Grade II. They were listed on 21 January 1994, and the entry was updated in 2017. Grade II marks a building of special interest, and it is the category that covers the large majority of listed structures in England. How do you get there? Paragon Square sits in central Hull, next to Paragon railway station. From the station it is a walk of a few minutes, and from the Old Town it takes roughly 10 to 15 minutes on foot. The memorial is in a public space, with no tickets and no opening hours. Coordinates are about 53.744 N, 0.344 W. What should you see, and how long do you need? Walk up to the monument to take in the shape of the pylon, the texture of the granite and the detail of the bronze railings. Most visitors spend 10 to 20 minutes here, and it combines easily with a stroll through the city centre, where most of Hull's sights are within walking distance. Around 11 November, Remembrance Day, services are held at the memorial and wreaths are laid. It is a good time to see how the local community honours the fallen, though you should expect more people. FAQ Where exactly is the memorial? On Paragon Square in central Hull, in the Myton area beside Paragon station. When was it built? The design is dated 1923, and the memorial was erected in 1924. Who designed it, and what is it made of? T. Harold Hughes designed it. The structure is granite and Portland stone, and the railings are bronze. Is there an entry fee? No. It stands in a public space and can be viewed at any time. Is it the only war memorial in Hull? No. The city has many other tablets and wartime memorials, but this is its principal memorial to the dead of 1914 to 1918.

Stechford War Memorial

Birmingham

Stechford War Memorial in Birmingham is a First World War monument standing on a road junction in the Stechford district. Historic England has listed it at Grade II since 19 October 2015 (list entry 1430236). Where is the memorial? It sits in the Yardley Fields area of east Birmingham (postcode B33), right in the middle of a junction where five roads meet: Yardley Fields Road, Albert Road, Stuarts Road, Richmond Road and Lyttleton Road. It is a traffic island rather than a park monument, so you view it from the pavement around the crossing. What will you see? The memorial dates from around 1920 and is built of granite, with lettering picked out in lead set into the stone. A Latin cross rises from a tapering shaft on a square plinth. A sword is carved in high relief on the north face, and the base inscription says the monument was raised by public subscription to the men of Stechford who died in 1914-1918. The fallen are named on the memorial. The Imperial War Museum's Lives of the First World War community counts 52 men, while one local article gives 51. The carved details are what set this modest cross apart from many similar monuments across England. Why is it listed? Historic England protected the memorial in 2015 as part of its programme recognising First World War commemorations. The listing rests on its design, materials and its role as a focus of local remembrance. The War Memorials Online record (WMO/194580) notes that the memorial has been fully refurbished. How is it remembered today? Local residents have researched its story, notably the Shades of Black group led by Eunice McGhie-Belgrave. With Heritage Lottery support, the work covered veterans of both world wars. Pupils from Corpus Christi Catholic Primary and Stechford Primary take part in Remembrance Day commemorations here. When should you visit? The site is open all year and free. The atmosphere is strongest around 11 November, when Remembrance Day wreaths are laid. A visit takes a few minutes, so it pairs well with a walk around Stechford. Frequently asked questions Is there an entrance fee? No. The memorial stands in a public space and can be seen at any time at no cost. What protection does it have? Grade II on the National Heritage List for England, since 19 October 2015 (entry 1430236). What is it made of? Granite with lead lettering inset in the stone, shaped as a Latin cross on a square plinth. How many men does it commemorate? Sources give 51 or 52 names of Stechford men who died between 1914 and 1918. Is it easy to reach on foot? It stands at a five-road junction in Yardley Fields, so use the pedestrian crossings and take care with traffic.

Stoke next Guildford War Memorial

Guildford

Stoke next Guildford War Memorial is a Celtic cross in the Stoke district of Guildford, Surrey, honouring local people who died in the First World War. It has been a Grade II listed structure since 2014. What will you see? The memorial takes the form of a Celtic cross with a granite shaft. It rests on a three-stepped base of rough-hewn Bargate stone, a local sandstone found throughout historic Guildford buildings. Names of the fallen are carved in Portland stone beneath the cross. The Imperial War Museums register records 177 names, all of them people who died in the war. It is a compact open-air monument with no ticket or booking. A visit takes a few minutes, so it pairs well with a stroll around the neighbourhood. What is its history? The memorial dates from around 1922 and was paid for by subscriptions raised among the parishioners of Stoke next Guildford. In 1989 it was moved from its first position, north of St John's Church, and re-erected on its present site. Historic England added it to the National Heritage List for England on 2 October 2014 (list entry 1421067) as a First World War memorial. How do you get there? The cross stands close to St John's Church, around the junction of Stoke Road with Stocton Road and Lido Road, near Guildford College. Coordinates are roughly 51.2463 N, 0.5715 W. It lies a short distance from Guildford town centre, so you can walk, drive or take a local bus. Check current timetables with the local operator before you travel. When is the best time to visit? The memorial is accessible all year. The atmosphere is most striking around Remembrance Sunday, the second Sunday of November, when communities across Britain hold services at local memorials and lay poppy wreaths. At other times of year it is usually quiet. What else is nearby? St John's Church is close by, and Guildford itself has several other listed buildings, including the town's main war memorial. The Stoke cross suits visitors interested in local history and British commemoration traditions. Frequently asked questions Is there an entrance fee? No. It is an open-air memorial and needs no ticket. What is its heritage status? It is Grade II listed, Historic England list entry 1421067, designated on 2 October 2014. How many names are recorded? The IWM War Memorials Register (record 23328) lists 177 people commemorated, all of whom died in the First World War. Is it still in its original position? No. In 1989 it was moved from the north side of St John's Church to its current spot near the same church.

Statue of Hr Marsden

Leeds

The Statue of H R Marsden stands on Woodhouse Moor in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Unveiled in 1878, this roughly life-size Victorian figure is a Grade II listed monument on the National Heritage List for England. It honours Henry Rowland Marsden, a local businessman who became mayor, and the inscription on the pedestal records that more than 30,000 subscribers paid for it. Who was Henry Rowland Marsden? Marsden left for New York in 1848 and patented a stone-crushing machine there. He came back to Leeds in 1862 and served as the city's mayor from 1873 to 1875. The size of the public subscription behind his statue shows how widely he was respected in his own day. What will you see? The figure shows Marsden in the clothes of his time, wearing a mayoral robe and chain of office and holding a scroll. The statue is carved from white marble and rises from a square marble pedestal. Panels on the sides and back depict education, industry and benevolence, the themes his supporters chose to celebrate. What condition is it in? Do not expect a polished attraction. A Thoresby Society account describes the marble as dirty and pitted, the granite base as marked with graffiti, and one of the three carved panels as hacked out. For anyone interested in Victorian civic sculpture, though, it remains a telling record of how Leeds honoured its public figures. How do you get there? Woodhouse Moor is a large public park about two kilometres north-west of Leeds city centre, in the Hyde Park and Woodhouse area. The statue sits within the park, at roughly 53.8115 N, 1.5568 W. Access is open and free, and the park can be reached on foot from the centre or by local bus. When should you visit? The statue stands outdoors, so you can see it year-round. Good daylight helps you pick out the detail of the panels, and a visit fits easily into a walk through the park. Frequently asked questions Is there an entry fee? No. The statue is in a public park and free to view. Is this the same monument as the one in Holbeck Cemetery? No. Holbeck Cemetery has a separate Grade II listed memorial to Marsden from about 1876. The Woodhouse Moor statue dates from 1878. What is its heritage status? It was listed at Grade II on 5 August 1976, and the entry was amended in 1996. How long does a visit take? Looking at the statue takes ten to fifteen minutes. Allow more time if you plan to walk around the park.

Chesham War Memorial, Including The Surrounding Stone Kerb And Outer Fence

Chesham

Chesham War Memorial stands on The Broadway in the centre of Chesham, a market town in the Chiltern district of Buckinghamshire. A stone figure of a British infantryman looks out over the busy street, and the whole monument is a Grade II listed structure. What is Chesham War Memorial? The memorial was designed by the sculptor Arthur George Walker and unveiled in 1921 to honour local people killed in the First World War. Its centrepiece is a life-sized soldier in uniform, standing with his rifle resting by his feet. The statue is carved in stone and belongs to a small family of figures that Walker produced to a similar design, some in stone and some in bronze. After the Second World War the monument was extended. Two flanking pillars were added to carry the names of those lost in that conflict. Local heritage records give the totals commemorated as 185 men and women from the First World War and 77 from the Second. Why is it listed? Historic England added the memorial to the National Heritage List for England in 2015 at Grade II. The official entry title, "Chesham War Memorial, including the surrounding stone kerb and outer fence", shows that the protection covers more than the statue. The kerb and the fence around the base are part of the listed structure. The reasons given for listing are the quality of the sculpture, the standing of its maker, and the memorial's role as a record of local sacrifice in two world wars. What will you see? The infantryman figure on its plinth, with inscriptions on the base. The flanking pillars with the Second World War dedications. The stone kerb and the outer fence that frame the monument. The memorial is an open-air monument in a public space, so you can look at it at any time without a ticket. Reading the inscriptions takes a few minutes, and the area around it is a natural stop during a walk through the town centre. A bit of local history Chesham's first war memorial was a temporary cross put up in front of the Town Hall in 1919. Early plans envisaged a permanent stone cross in Market Square, but the town eventually chose the statue by Walker. Chesham Museum has published an article marking one hundred years of the memorial, which is a good starting point if you want the story behind the commission. How to get there The memorial is in the middle of Chesham, on The Broadway. Chesham is the terminus of the Metropolitan line on the London Underground, and the station is a short walk from the town centre. The town is also served by local buses, and there are car parks nearby. When to visit The monument is easy to see all year round. Remembrance Sunday in November is when it plays its original role, with a public ceremony and wreaths laid at its base. Outside that day, quiet mornings are best if you want to read the names undisturbed. Frequently asked questions Is there an entrance fee? No. The memorial stands in a public street and can be visited free of charge at any time. Is Chesham War Memorial a listed building? Yes. It has been Grade II listed since 2015, and the listing includes the surrounding stone kerb and outer fence. Who made the statue? The sculptor was Arthur George Walker. The memorial was unveiled in 1921. Is it the same as the war memorial in Chesham Bois? No. Chesham Bois, a neighbouring village, has its own separate Grade II listed war memorial.

Isleworth War Memorial

Londyn

Isleworth War Memorial is a clock-tower memorial in Isleworth, in the London Borough of Hounslow. It was unveiled on 22 June 1922 to honour local men who died in the First World War, and it now stands among the most recognisable landmarks of central Isleworth. It carries Grade II listed status. Who designed it, and what does it look like? The architect was A. P. Green, and the builders were Keates & Co. of Hampton. The tower rises roughly 9 metres (about 29 feet). Each of its four sides carries a clock face, and a stone cross crowns the top. The shaft is Clipsham stone, the steps are York stone, and the names are carved into Portland stone panels. Whom does it commemorate? Records give between 386 and 390 names of Isleworth men killed in 1914-1918. The gap comes from the sources: the Imperial War Museum register lists 390 names, while the heritage listing text cites 386 men. After the Second World War, a plaque on an angled panel at the foot of the steps was added for local people who died in that conflict. What is its heritage status? The memorial entered the National Heritage List for England on 3 July 2000 (entry 1380571, Grade II). It is also recorded in the IWM War Memorials Register and on War Memorials Online. Where is it and how do you get there? The tower stands at the junction of South Street and Twickenham Road, in Memorial Square close to the centre of Isleworth. From central London the trip takes about an hour by public transport; several bus routes serve the area and Isleworth has its own railway station. The memorial sits in the open beside a busy junction, so you can view it from outside at any hour, with no ticket and no guided visit needed. What else is nearby? Isleworth lies on the Thames, and a walk towards the river leads to All Saints church on Church Street. The church's timber memorial chapel, dedicated in December 1919, no longer exists: arson destroyed most of the building in 1943. On the Village Green on North Street, a separate memorial names 55 people killed in the Second World War. Frequently asked questions Is there an entrance fee? No. The memorial is in a public space and can be seen free of charge at any time. How long should I allow? Ten to fifteen minutes covers the tower, the clock faces and the name panels. It combines well with a stroll through old Isleworth. Is the memorial protected? Yes. It has been Grade II listed on the National Heritage List for England since 2000. When was it unveiled? On 22 June 1922, four years after the First World War ended.

Brough War Memorial, East Riding of Yorkshire

Brough

Brough War Memorial (listed as the Elloughton and Brough War Memorial) sits at a road junction in the town of Brough, East Riding of Yorkshire. A limestone cross set within a low wall, it honours local people who died in the First and Second World Wars. Since 19 April 2023 it has been a Grade II listed structure on the National Heritage List for England. What will you see? The focus is a limestone cross, surrounded by an enclosing wall of the same stone. Three bronze plaques are fixed to the wall and carry the commemoration. The pale stone and dark bronze make the memorial stand out against its surroundings, yet the design stays modest, like many town and village memorials across Britain. This is a quiet stop rather than a large site. Who built it, and when? The memorial was unveiled in 1920 at a ceremony attended by Colonel B. G. Price. The builder was H. H. Martyn & Co. The Imperial War Memorials register gives the date as approximate, around 1920. The plaques refer to both world wars, so the monument was extended over time to include later losses. Where exactly is it? You will find it at the crossroads of Elloughton Road, Skillings Lane and Welton Road in the centre of Brough (postcode HU15 1BA). The town lies on the north bank of the Humber estuary, west of Hull. It belongs to the civil parish of Elloughton-cum-Brough, which explains the double name. How should you visit? The memorial stands beside the street and is open to view at any time, with no ticket. A few minutes is enough to look at the cross and read the plaques. Daylight makes the bronze lettering easier to read. Because the monument is beside a busy junction, take care when crossing the road. For a more atmospheric visit, come around 11 November or Remembrance Sunday, when poppy wreaths are traditionally laid at war memorials in the UK. What condition is it in? In November 2025 the War Memorials Trust reviewed a photograph and rated the memorial as in good condition, so no works are needed for now. The town council plans to ask again about professional cleaning at the end of 2026. Frequently asked questions Is Brough War Memorial a listed building? Yes. Historic England added it to the list at Grade II in April 2023. Who does it commemorate? People from Brough and Elloughton who lost their lives in the two World Wars. What is it made of? The cross and its wall are limestone, and the plaques are bronze. Do you need a ticket? No. It stands in a public space and can be viewed at any time.

Bishop Burton War Memorial

Bishop Burton

Bishop Burton War Memorial sits in the village of Bishop Burton in the East Riding of Yorkshire, northern England. It is a stone cross dating from 1922 and a Grade II listed structure on the National Heritage List for England. Its setting is the main draw: it stands at the water's edge and is mirrored in the village pond, which makes it one of the prettiest memorials near Beverley. What is the memorial? The memorial is a Latin cross carved in sandstone and raised on a plinth. The architectural practice Temple Moore & Moore designed it, and J. Peers and Sons built it. About £641 was gathered through public subscription. It honours villagers lost in the First World War, with sources giving the number as seven. A second tribute, a carved tablet by Joseph Armitage, hangs inside All Saints church. A newer plaque added by the parish council in 2014 is not part of the listing. Where exactly is it? The cross occupies a small peninsula projecting into The Mere, the pond at the heart of the village. It was placed so passers-by on the main road could see it and so its reflection became part of the view. Coordinates are roughly 53.845 N, 0.497 W. Why is it listed? Historic England listed the memorial at Grade II in 2015. The reasoning rests on historic interest: it records the effect of twentieth-century conflicts on this community and the losses it suffered. The Imperial War Museums' War Memorials Register also holds an entry for it. How do you get there? Bishop Burton lies a few miles west of Beverley, off the main road. Driving is the simplest option. The memorial is beside the pond in the open, so there is no gate, ticket or opening time, and a look takes only a few minutes. Pair it with a walk around The Mere and a stop at nearby All Saints church. When should you visit? Any season works, and access is unrestricted. Calm mornings and evenings give the clearest reflection of the cross. Around Remembrance Sunday in November, villagers gather here for a commemoration. Frequently asked questions Is there an entrance fee? No. The memorial stands in a public space by the pond and can be visited at any time. Who designed it? Temple Moore & Moore designed it, and J. Peers and Sons built it in 1922. How long does a visit take? Ten to fifteen minutes for the memorial itself, or about an hour with a stroll around the pond and a visit to the church. Is the memorial protected? Yes. It has been on the National Heritage List for England at Grade II since 2015.

Heath End and Baughurst War Memorial

Basingstoke and Deane

Heath End and Baughurst War Memorial sits at the junction of Heath End Road and Brimpton Road, where two Hampshire villages meet in the borough of Basingstoke and Deane. It is a stone Latin cross honouring local people who died in both world wars, and it has been a Grade II listed structure since 2005. What is this place? The memorial dates from 1920, soon after the First World War ended. A local landowner, James Cox, gave the land, and the cost was met by public subscription, so it belongs to the community that built it. It still stands on its original site. What will you see? The cross is carved from Portland stone, with moulded arm ends, and rises from a slender tapering shaft set on an octagonal plinth. Five sides of the plinth carry the names of men from Heath End and Baughurst who died between 1914 and 1918. A tablet set into the front of the top step commemorates the Second World War dead. Reading the names is the main thing to do here. They are a starting point if you want to trace individual soldiers through local archives, and a separate Heath End Roll of Honour is kept on the War Memorials Online website. How do you get there? The memorial is in Baughurst, postcode RG26, in the north of Hampshire, between Basingstoke and Newbury. A car is the easiest way to reach it. The monument is small and beside the road, so a short stop is enough. The surroundings are rural housing and fields, with few visitor facilities. When should you visit? There are no opening hours; the memorial is outdoors and open at all times. Daylight is best for photographs. The site carries most meaning on Remembrance Sunday, the second Sunday of November, when British communities lay poppy wreaths at their war memorials and local services are usually held. Why stop here? It is a typical village memorial from the years just after the First World War: modest, made from a single stone, with a clear cross shape. Its listing confirms its historical and architectural value. For anyone interested in local history or family research, it is a useful reference for the families of Baughurst and Heath End. Frequently asked questions Is the memorial a listed monument? Yes. Historic England added it to the National Heritage List in November 2005 at Grade II. When was it built? In 1920, on land donated by James Cox and paid for through public subscription. Whose names are on it? The plinth lists people from Heath End and Baughurst who died in the First World War. The tablet on the step honours the Second World War dead. Is there an entry fee? No. The memorial stands outdoors at a road junction and can be visited at any time.

War Memorial (Including Railings)

St Albans

Redbourn War Memorial (listed as War Memorial, Including Railings) sits on the common at Redbourn, a village in the St Albans district of Hertfordshire. A slim granite obelisk, it honours local people killed in the world wars, and it is a Grade II listed structure on the National Heritage List for England. What does the memorial look like? The obelisk rises from a three-tiered plinth. A square enclosure surrounds it, made of iron railings broken up by Portland stone piers. The listing covers both obelisk and railings, which explains the name. Historic England dates the design to around 1919. Names are set in metal on the top tier, while the middle tier carries a later inscription for the Second World War. When was it unveiled? The memorial was unveiled on 13 June 1920, with the Marquess of Salisbury attending. Geoff Webb's photographs in the Herts Memories archive show the occasion, including a large crowd of villagers and the church choir. It was listed on 9 August 1974, and the entry was amended on 27 September 1984. The Imperial War Museum's register recorded its condition as fair in 2017. Where is it and how do you visit? Look for it on Redbourn Common, on the north side of Hemel Hempstead Road, at the edge of the village. It stands in the open beside the road, so no ticket or booking is needed and you can see it at any time of year. Daylight gives the best view of the inscriptions and the granite. What else is nearby? Redbourn has many other listed buildings, concentrated along High Street, including Redbournbury Mill and several houses with historic railings. A walk from the memorial into the village centre makes an easy short outing, and the village is part of the St Albans district, so it pairs well with a day in the city. Frequently asked questions Is there an entry fee? No. The memorial stands on public land beside the road and can be viewed free of charge at any time. How old is the memorial? The design dates to about 1919 and it was unveiled on 13 June 1920. An inscription for the Second World War was added later. What protection does it have? It is Grade II listed. The listing covers the obelisk together with its iron railings and stone piers. How long should I allow? A visit to the obelisk and its inscriptions takes ten to fifteen minutes. Allow about an hour if you also want to explore the village.

Equestrian statue of Frederick Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts

Glasgow

The Equestrian Statue of Frederick Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts stands in Kelvingrove Park in Glasgow, close to the park's main entrance. A bronze rider on a granite base, it is one of the most ambitious pieces of public sculpture in the city's West End and holds Category A status, the highest level of protection for listed buildings in Scotland. What will you see at the monument? The centrepiece is a life-size bronze of Field Marshal Roberts on horseback. He sits under a granite frame shaped like a classical aedicule, built up in three stages. At the foot of the monument sit two bronze seated figures, War to one side and Victory to the other. Part of a speech Roberts gave in Glasgow in 1913 is carved into the inscription, which ties the memorial to the city itself. Who was Lord Roberts and why is he in Glasgow? Frederick Sleigh Roberts was a Victoria Cross holder and one of the best-known British commanders of the late Victorian era. He died in France in November 1914 while visiting troops at the front. Glasgow paid tribute to him with this monument during the First World War, and it was unveiled in August 1916. Where does the design come from? The sculpture is a cast of a work by Harry Bates, who made the original equestrian monument to Roberts for Calcutta in the 1890s. Bates died in 1899 before he could finish everything he planned for it. His widow later agreed to further casts: one went to Kelvingrove, and another to Horse Guards Parade in London in 1924. The Glasgow version is the one that carries all the extra elements Bates had envisaged, including the seated allegorical figures. How do you get there and when should you go? Kelvingrove Park lies in Glasgow's West End, next to the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and within walking distance of the University of Glasgow. The nearest subway station is Kelvinhall, and several bus routes serve Argyle Street and Sauchiehall Street. Entry is free and the park is open daily. Light is best on a dry morning or late afternoon, when the bronze stands out against the trees, and the monument is easy to combine with a walk along the River Kelvin or a visit to the museum. Frequently asked questions Is the statue free to visit? Yes. It stands in a public park with no entry fee, and you can view it at any time the park is open. Is the monument protected? It is a Category A listed monument, protected since December 1970. Is the Glasgow statue the original? No. It is a replica of Harry Bates's Calcutta monument, cast after the sculptor's death and unveiled in Glasgow in 1916. How long does a visit take? Around 10 to 15 minutes at the monument. Allow an hour or more if you want to explore the rest of Kelvingrove Park and the nearby museum.

Windmill Bridge

Londyn

Windmill Bridge in Southall, west London, is a three-level crossing where a road, a canal and a railway pass over one another. Locals and maps call it the Three Bridges. Isambard Kingdom Brunel designed it, and it now carries national protection as a scheduled monument. It sits on Tentelow Lane in the London Borough of Ealing. What exactly are you looking at? The name promises three bridges, but there are only two structures. The railway runs at the bottom, in a cutting. Above it the Grand Union Canal flows through a cast-iron trough, which makes it an aqueduct. Higher still, a cast-iron arch carries the road across the canal. Brick piers, abutments and retaining walls hold everything up, so a train, a narrowboat and a car can all cross the same spot at different heights. Why was it built this way? A road bridge over the canal already stood here. It was rebuilt when the Great Western Railway pushed its Brentford branch through, with the line opening in 1859. The crossing is regarded as one of Brunel's last works, since he died in September that year. The contractors were E. R. Murray and J. L. Tredwell. The Windmill name comes from a nearby mill that J. M. W. Turner painted. What protection does it have? The bridge is on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1002020 as a scheduled monument, first listed in 1970. Historic England describes it as a single-span cast-iron bridge and aqueduct that, despite later repairs and alterations, remains a notable combined structure. How do you get there and what should you know? Windmill Bridge is on Tentelow Lane in Southall. The best way to see it is on foot or by bike along the Grand Union Canal towpath, where you can look at the aqueduct trough from the water's edge. From the road bridge you can see down to the railway cutting and across the canal. The road bridge has traffic restrictions, so it suits walkers and engineering fans better than drivers. Visiting is free because it is an ordinary street and public towpath. Check Ealing Council and the Canal & River Trust for current restrictions and towpath conditions before you go. Frequently asked questions Are there really three bridges? No. The name refers to three levels, but the structure consists of two bridges: the cast-iron road bridge and the canal aqueduct above the railway cutting. Who designed Windmill Bridge? Isambard Kingdom Brunel. It was one of his final projects, completed in 1859. Do I need a ticket? No. The road and towpath are public, so viewing the structure is free. Can I drive over it? The road bridge has restrictions, including a weight limit, so confirm current rules with Ealing Council before you travel by car.

Market Cross

Market Cross in North Frodingham is a listed village monument in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. It marks a spot where three roads meet and recalls the years when this small community held its own weekly market. What is it? The cross standing today dates from 1811. It is a sandstone pillar, square in plan, that narrows as it rises and ends in a domed cap. It sits on a stepped plinth of flagstones. The monument was repaired and reset in the 20th century. Historic England lists it at Grade II, a status it has held since 25 January 1985. What is its story? An earlier cross was lost when workers dug the Barmston and Beverley drain, and the present one took its place. North Frodingham once hosted a weekly market, but around the middle of the 18th century the right passed to Great Driffield, a better-placed trading centre. Fairs continued in the village into the 19th century, held on 10 July and 2 October. The Domesday Book records the place as "Fotingham". What else is nearby? The village lies in the valley of the River Hull on low ground that was once largely waterlogged. A stop at the cross fits a relaxed stroll through the village: you can look at the stonework, then take in the flat farmland and quiet lanes typical of this part of East Yorkshire. There is no entrance fee, since the cross stands in the open beside the road. Allow about fifteen minutes. How do I get there? Look for the YO25 postcode area, with the monument at roughly 53.9626 N, 0.3301 W. Driving is the easiest option. Navigate to the village centre, where the cross stands at the road junction. Frequently asked questions Is there an admission charge? No. The cross stands outdoors by the road and can be viewed at any time. How old is the cross? The present structure was built in 1811. Its predecessor was destroyed during drainage works. Why does a village have a market cross? Market crosses marked the place where trade took place. North Frodingham held a market of its own until the right moved to Great Driffield in the mid-18th century. Is the cross protected? Yes. It appears in the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II listed structure.