War Memorial cache #88 We shall remember them ~ Stannington.
There are literally thousands of War memorials around the country. WW1 Memorials were usually raised through public subscription to remember those that gave the ultimate sacrifice. 2014 was the centenary of the start of the First World War, so it was about time there was a series dedicated to War Memorials. There is an un-numbered series in Scotland called Lest we forget and another we have learned about called Poppies on Parade. We will gladly add any of these to the War Memorial Series, just ask for a number. The name of this series We Shall remember them, was chosen from the very moving poem “For the Fallen” by Laurence Binyon. It is well worth searching out and reading.”
A water fountain (disconnected) erected to commemorate the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in 1902, by Viscount Ridley. Recently another plaque was added to "remember the fallen". This is next to the road so keep an eye on the little ones and animals.
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Many thanks for permission to place by Ridley estate and Northumberland County Council.