Trumpington War Memorial

Trumpington War Memorial is a Portland stone monument in Cambridge featuring a Latin cross about 4.4 meters tall mounted on a square base. The surface displays carved panels with religious and military motifs, creating a structured tribute to the fallen.

Eric Gill designed this memorial in 1921 to honor 36 local residents killed in World War I. Additional names from World War II were later added, extending its role in remembering loss from two major conflicts.

The lower panels display religious symbols alongside a soldier figure, connecting faith and remembrance in a way that mattered to local people. This visual combination shows how spiritual and military values were understood together in the community.

The memorial stands at the corner of High Street and Church Lane in central Trumpington, making it easy to locate. It occupies a prominent position at a crossroads where a place once called Cross Hill was situated, helping visitors orient themselves.

Workers uncovered a carved stone base from the 13th century during construction with inscriptions that revealed previous structures at this location. This discovery was preserved and now sits in the local church, documenting layers of history at the site.

Location: Cambridge

GPS coordinates: 52.17543,0.11258

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:44