Newbury, battle of, 1643 burials memorial stone #2

Memorial Type:

Memorial - Other

Does the monument still exist?

Yes

Installation Date:

1897

Inscription:

PEACE
This stone was placed on this sacred spot
Diamond Jubilee 1897

Allegiance:

Neutral

Condition:

Poor

Condition Description:

Many of the inscription letters are difficult to read

Memorial Notes:

The memorial stone is placed on top of one of the Bronze age barrows on Wash Common recreation ground. These were originally thought to be burial mounds from the Civil War battle, but this is now recognised as incorrect.