Monument record MLI85729 - War Memorial, Lincoln Road, Bassingham
Summary
War Memorial, Lincoln Road, Bassingham which was unveiled in 1920.
Type and Period (1)
- WAR MEMORIAL (Early 20th Century to 21st Century - 1920 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
PRN 62874
The war memorial on Lincoln Road/High Street/Newark Road was erected as a monument to all that fell in the First World War. {1}
Bassingham war memorial was dedicated in 1920 and is located on Stocks Green on the junction between the High Street, Newark Road and Lincoln Road. Built by Jesse Boulton of Lincoln, it is an obelisk constructed with red Aberdeen granite. It stands 12 feet 10 inches (four metres) high. The memorial is dedicated to those who fought in the First World War and the Second World War. {2}
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SLI9041 Leaflet: North Kesteven District Council. pre 1995. Bassingham Village Walk. -.
- <2> SLI14624 Bibliographic Reference: Michael Credland. 2014. The First World War Memorials of Lincolnshire. p.48.
Map
Location
Grid reference | Centred SK 90919 59799 (7m by 14m) |
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Civil Parish | BASSINGHAM, NORTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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