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Thornton Hough
Town or City: Thornton Hough
County: Merseyside
Country: England
WMT Reference Number: WM803
Value of grant: £250.00
Type of memorial: Freestanding
Type of work: Conservation and repair
Grant scheme: Small Grants Scheme
Year: 2004
UKNIWM reference number: 1268
Thornton Hough war memorial is a Celtic cross on a tall shaft which carries a plaque with an inscription. Three steps lead up to two plinths supporting the memorial. The memorial is constructed of Darley Dale stone with a bronze plaque. It stands on St George's Way next to the Churchyard of All Saints Church.
In 2002, an approach was made to War Memorials Trust for assistance with a conservation project. Instability had been identified. The memorial had to be removed and a new foundation created, using concrete and reinforcing steel, before the memorial was returned to its rightful home. A Small Grants Scheme award of £250 supported this project.
The memorial was unveiled by Lord Leverhulme on 23rd April 1923.
Further information
War Memorials Trust reference WM803
UK National Inventory of War Memorials: 1268
If you have a concern about this memorial please contact the Trust on conservation@warmemorials.org
