Memorial

Rushton, Pipewell and Glendon - WW1 Cross

Source: Copyright Paul McCarthy

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Current Location

Roadside, adjacent to east gate of Churchyard., Station Road, Rushton, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN14 1RL, England

SP 84129 82901

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Type of Memorial: Cross
WMR Reference Number: 37428
Description: Single-stepped hexagonal base surmounted by a square sectioned plinth, tapering octagonal sectioned column, collar and cross. Inscription lettering in relief on sides of plinth. The whole memorial stands in a small enclosure, fenced off from road. Carved flowers and wreath halfway up column.
Inscription: Plinth face 1 : IN MEMORY OF / THE MEN OF RUSHTON / PIPEWELL & GLENDON / WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES / IN THE GREAT WAR 1914 - 1919 / (10 NAMES) / ALSO OF THOSE MEN WHO SERVED Plinth face 2 : (NAMES) Plinth face 3 : (26 NAMES) Plinth face 4 : (27 NAMES)

Maintenance History: Some weathering on the lettering 2007: The Parish Council has obtained quotes for refurbishment and is applying to English Heritage for a grant to carry out the work.

Cross

Height: 12ft

Width: 4ft

Depth: 4ft

Made from: Stone

Condition: Good

Base

Width: 6ft

Depth: 6ft

Made from: Stone

Condition: Good