Memorial

Swardeston

Front view, with Second World War tablet added in 2026

Source: Peter Alhadeff

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Current Location

St Mary the Virgin Churchyard, Church Drive, off Main Road, Swardeston, South Norfolk, Norfolk, NR14 8DG, England

TG 19924 02354

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Type of Memorial: Cross
WMR Reference Number: 54984
Description: Celtic Cross built in stone with the pedestal displaying the inscription. Nurse Edith Cavell is commemorated because she was born in Swardeston.
Inscription: PRO PATRIA/ EDITH LOUISA CAVELL/ (names)/ 1914 - 1919 (Names) 1939-1945

Cross

Made from: Stone

Condition: Good

Derek Barber As Chair of Swardeston Parish Council I campaigned for a proper WW2 memorial, designed the memorial, arranged to have it made and installed and also organised a dedication service on March 29th 2026 where the memorial was unveiled, with full military honours, by General The Lord Dannatt.