Central Avenue - Ibstock

World War I, World War II

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  • Designed by: TB Wain, Goddard and Wain LLRIBA
  • Listing Status: Grade II
  • District: NW Leics
  • Made by: Wells and Co, Hugglescote
  • Parish: Ibstock
  • Custodian: Ibstock Parish Council

On a concrete platform stand 3 pedestals in Portland stone. Surmounting the central pedestal is the main block, bracketed with pilasters decorated with carved wreaths. Each of the side pedestals supports 4 x 9-inch square pillars matching the pilasters of the central block. These 3 parts are linked by, at the bottom, walls between the pedestals and, on top, a massive cornice rising to an arch over the central block. Slate tablets bear inscription. Small metal vase with "Arthur Povey" written on placed with memorial. Unveiled Saturday 19 February 1921 by Mr A Turner (president of memorial committee), dedicated by Rector Rev AH Birks MA. Cost 840 pounds.

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View Further Details Memorial Type:Other Memorial Ref: WMP0580 Other Designation: No UKNIWM Ref: 37865 Commissioned By: Ibstock War Memorial Committee Custodian: Ibstock Parish Council Information Sources: AF Website Links: http://pmsa.cch.kcl.ac.uk/EM/LE032TCAY.h...
http://www.roll-of-honour.com/Leicester...

Location

Central Avenue - Ibstock
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Inscription Reads

1914-1919
FOR GOD, KING AND COUNTRY
IN PROUD AND GRATEFUL MEMORY OF THE
GALLANT MEN OF IBSTOCK
WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN THE GREAT WAR
[NAMES]
1939-1945
[NAMES]

Casualties Listing

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Name Rank Unit Batt Died Skellington - John William Lance Corporal Durham Light Infantry 16th 01/03/1943
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