Memorial

Ibstock

Source: Copyright Jane Knight

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Current Location

Centre of road, at junctions of East & West Walk,, Central Avenue, Ibstock, North West Leicestershire, Leicestershire, LE67 6QE, England

SK 40664 10394

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Type of Memorial: Composite
WMR Reference Number: 37865
Description: Two-stepped concrete platform with 3 pedestals constructed of Portland stone. Surmounting the central pedestal is the main block, bracketed with pilasters decorated with carved wreaths in relief. Each of the side pedestals supports 4 x 9-inch square pillars matching the pilasters of the central block. These 3 components are linked by, at the bottom, walls between the pedestals and, on top, a massive cornice rising to an arch over the central block. 4 slate tablets bear incised inscriptions infilled with gold coloured paint. Small metal vase with the name "Arthur Povey", placed with memorial. The whole memorial is enclosed by a metal vertical railed fence & located on an island refuge, centre of the road.
Inscription: Arch : FOR GOD, KING, AND COUNTRY. Pediment : IN PROUD AND GRATEFUL MEMORY OF THE / GALLANT MEN OF IBSTOCK / WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN THE GREAT WAR. Upper front tablet : (40 NAMES) Upper rear tablet : (40 NAMES) Lower front tablet : (24 NAMES) Lower rear tablet : (24 NAMES)

Maker(s): MESSRS WELLS AND CO OF LEICESTERSHIRE, Sculptor
MESSRS GODDARD AND WAIN LLRIBA, Architect
Costs: c £840
Sponsor Type: public
Maintenance History: Portland stone noticeably weathered, with lettering & detail somewhat faint. Outer faces of pillars slightly battered. Lichen on exposed surfaces.