Memorial Details
Memorial
Crucifix 1914-18 St. Peter's Churchyard
Reference
S138.14
Place
STOCKTONON TEES
Map ref
NZ 438181
Original Location
St. Peter’s Church, Yarm Road. In churchyard.
Which war
1914-18
Dedication, Creation or Publication date
Unveiled 27th November 1920 by N. Hibbins, an ex-serviceman. Dedicated by Rev. F.H. Kirkham
Memorial Description
Crucifix on 8 feet high octagonal column set on a pedestal resting on three steps. The dedication is carried on the front of the pedestal, the wording in raised elaborate capitals in sunken panels.
It stands in a grassy area close to the west wall of the church, almost hidden by trees.
It stands in a grassy area close to the west wall of the church, almost hidden by trees.
Materials used
Stone
Inscription
glory of God
and in ever living
gratitude to heroes
of this parish
who gave their lives
in the Great War
1914-1919
Names
None
Present condition
The Christ figure has lost a leg and a foot through vandalism. The lettering is weathering.
Newspaper cuttings, photos or archival material
Photo: Simon Raine
Stockton and Teesside Herald 04/12/1920
Stockton and Teesside Herald 04/12/1920
External web link
Research acknowledgements
Fitzhugh Collection, Middleton in Teesdale; Tony Harding
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