Listed Building record MDR12182 - War Memorial, The Slopes, Buxton
Type and Period (1)
- WAR MEMORIAL (Early 20th Century - 1920 AD? to 1920 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
The War Memorial on St Ann's Slopes, Buxton, takes the form of a sandstone obelisk with a winged angel facing north and holding aloft in her left hand a wreath and carrying a naked sword in her right. It was sculpted by L F Roslyn RBS of London. Plaques carrying the names of the 1914-18 dead are attached to the south, east and west faces, whilst those of the 1939-45 war are on the south plinth. The whole is set in a flagged garden of remembrance and is floodlit. (1)
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SDR18918 Unpublished document: County Treasure Recording Form. 12(b).1, with photo.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 0585 7347 (2m by 2m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BUXTON, HIGH PEAK, DERBYSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- EDR3930
Please contact the HER for details.
External Links (0)
Record last edited
Jan 18 2024 1:11PM