Memorial

Aspley Guise crucifix

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Source: Copyright Graham Thorpe

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Current Location

Roadside set back into area that was part of Aspley House, Aspley Guise, Mid Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire, England

OS Grid Reference

SP 94454 36026

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Type of Memorial
Cross
WMR Reference Number
1925
Description
A wooden crucifix with a bronze figure of Christ on an eight sided stepped plinth made of brick and stone.
Inscription
MEMORIAL REERECTED / BY "WHEATSHEAF" / AUGUST 1983
War
First World War (1914-1918)
Maker(s)
  • MESSRS T DAY AND SONS, Manufacturer

Maintenance History
Wooden panels with 33 names enscirbed have completely rotted away.

Ceremonies

Unveiled

May 1922

Local Clergy/Dignitaries

Dedicated

May 1922

Local Clergy/Dignitaries

Components

Crucifix

Height: 2700MM

Width: 1300MM

Depth: 2000MM


Made from: Wood - Oak


Condition: Good


  • County record office for Bedfordshire Times and Independent, Friday 5th May, 1922, for details of the original inscription.