Devon County War Memorial, Exeter

Name: Devon County War Memorial
Address: Exeter, United Kingdom

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The Devon County War Memorial is a First World War memorial, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens and situated on Cathedral Green in Exeter, the county town of Devon, in the south west of England. It is one of fifteen War Crosses designed by Lutyens with similar characteristics, and one of two to serve as a civic memorial in a city. The first proposal for the county's war memorial was to complete the construction of a cloister at Exeter Cathedral to be dedicated to Devon's war dead, but this scheme was abandoned due to lack of funds. After considering multiple proposals, the Devon County War Memorial Committee commissioned Lutyens to design a War Cross instead. The committee chose to site the memorial on the green of Exeter Cathedral after scouting several locations. A war memorial for Exeter itself was being considered concurrently, but the committees for the two projects failed to work together, resulting in two separate memorials—the county memorial by the cathedral and Exeter City War Memorial in Northernhay Gardens. ()

Alternative names: Unveiled: 1921Coordinates: 50°43'22"N, 3°31'54"W

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Devon County War Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter Cathedral, Princesshay, St Mary Steps.

~920 ftN
Museum, Gothic Revival architecture, Specialty museum
Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Exeter, England, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM) is a beacon of culture and history that beckons tourists and locals alike. This renowned institution is not just a museum; it's a journey through time and space, offering a window into the...
~400 ftE
Gothic edifice with rooftop tours
Exeter Cathedral, Exeter
2 min walk • Exeter Cathedral stands as a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and a historical beacon in the heart of Exeter, England. Officially known as the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter in Exeter, this magnificent structure dates back to the 12th century and serves as the seat...
~1140 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Princesshay, Exeter
6 min walk • Princesshay is a shopping precinct in the city of Exeter, Devon, England. It was built in the early 1950s to replace buildings that had been severely damaged in the World War II Baedeker Blitz.
~1270 ftSW
Church
St Mary Steps, Exeter
7 min walk • The Church of St Mary Steps is a Grade I Listed church in the city of Exeter, England.
~1310 ftN
Memorial
Exeter War Memorial, Exeter
7 min walk • Exeter War Memorial, also known as The Northernhay War Memorial is a war memorial in Northernhay Gardens in the city of Exeter, Devon. Designed by John Angel, it was erected by public subscription in 1923 and cost over £6,000.
~1360 ftS
Watermill, Historical place, Architecture
Cricklepit Mill, Exeter
7 min walk • Cricklepit Mill is a visitor centre of the Devon Wildlife Trust, located in Exeter, in Devon, England. It is one of three visitor centres of the Trust; the others are Wembury Marine Centre near Plymouth, and Seaton Jurassic in Seaton.
~640 ftNE
Church
St Stephen's Church, Exeter
4 min walk • St Stephen's Church is a small church in the centre of Exeter. It has a Saxon crypt but the first mention of the church is in the Domesday Book. Its location was formerly opposite the medieval guildhall. In July 2012 it reopened following a major renovation which cost £1.5 million.
~650 ftSW
Church
St Olave's Church, Exeter
4 min walk • St Olave's Church is a small church which was founded in 1053 by Lady Gytha, the mother of King Harold. The church is dedicated to Saint Olaf, a Viking king who converted to Christianity. It was rebuilt in the late 14th century.
~1210 ftN
Vernacular architecture, Forts and castles
Rougemont Castle, Exeter
6 min walk • Rougemont Castle, also known as Exeter Castle, is the historic castle of the city of Exeter, Devon, England. It was built into the northern corner of the Roman city walls starting in or shortly after the year 1068, following Exeter's rebellion against William the Conqueror.
~1430 ftN
Garden, Park
Northernhay Gardens, Exeter
7 min walk • Northernhay Gardens are located in Exeter, Devon, England, on the northern side of Rougemont Castle. They are the oldest public open space in England, being originally laid out in 1612 as a pleasure walk for Exeter residents.
~870 ftSW
Monastery
St Nicholas Priory, Exeter
5 min walk • The Benedictine Priory of St Nicholas or just St Nicholas Priory was a Benedictine monastery founded in Exeter, England, in 1087.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Devon County War Memorial?

Nearby attractions include St Petrock's Church, Exeter (1 min walk), St Martin's Church, Exeter (1 min walk), Parliament Street, Exeter (1 min walk), Guildhall, Exeter (2 min walk).

How to get to Devon County War Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to Devon County War Memorial:

Bus

South Street • Lines: L, T (5 min walk)
George's Meeting House • Lines: T (5 min walk)

Train

Exeter Central (8 min walk)
Exeter St Thomas (13 min walk)