Sir Leonard Hutton Memorial Gates - Leeds, UK
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Sir Leonard Hutton (23 June 1916 – 6 September 1990) was an English cricketer. He played as an opening batsman for Yorkshire County Cricket Club from 1934 to 1955 and for England in 79 Test matches between 1937 and 1955.
Waymark Code: WM17EJX
Location: Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 02/07/2023
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The memorial consists of wrought iron entrance gates to Yorkshire County Cricket Club's Headingley stadium. They have a number of scenes from the life of Hutton incorporated in their design.
His name is written across the top of both gates and an aged Hutton smiles from one side, his face carved into the grills.
On the other side is a wrought iron replica of the famous 1938 Oval scoreboard showing the score when Hutton was finally dismissed for 364.
In between there is artwork depicting Hutton in his famous batting poses, executing a back cut and a lofted on drive. There are also panels showing cricketing equipment.
There is also a plaque on the wall next to the gates.
In loving memory of
SIR LEONARD HUTTON
23 June 1916 - 6 September 1990
Captain of England (23 tests) 1952-55
President of Yorkshire C.C.C. 1990
was officially dedicated by
LADY HUTTON
on the occasion of the
npower "Ashes" Test Match between
England and Australia at Headingley
on Wednesday 15 August 2001
grant aided by
Foundation
for sport
and the arts
Created by CHRYSALIS ARTS LTD