Memorials & monuments · London
Benhilton War Memorial
In or near Netherne-on-the-Hill.
Benhilton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Sutton Common · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Benhilton War Memorial, you can take a train to Sutton Common station, which is 0.4 km away. Entry is free. The postcode for sat-nav is SM1 3EF.
About
Benhilton War Memorial is a Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1445611). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Details Gabled cross atop a tall shaft, with a (partially eroded) sculpture of Christ, replete with INRI scroll. This rests on a plinth; the front face bears the (partially eroded) inscription: IN MEMORY OF THOSE / WHO FROM / THIS PARISH AND CONGREGATION / LAID DOWN THEIR LIVES / FOR THEIR KING AND COUNTRY / 1914 - 1918 / FOR ALL LIVE UNTO THEE / LUKE XX 38; the right and left faces bear the names of the Fallen. The plinth rests on a 3-step base, the top two tiers of which are octagonal. This List entry has been amended to add the source for War Memorials Online. This source was not used in the compilation of this List entry but is added here as a guide for further reading, 24 November 2017.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
Benhilton War Memorial is located in London. It is a Grade II listed building, commemorating those who served in conflicts. The memorial serves as a significant tribute within the community.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3726, -0.1934
- District
- Sutton
- Parish
- Sutton, unparished area
- Postcode
- SM1 3EF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Sutton and Cheam
- Established
- 1920
- Nearest railway station
- Sutton Common — 0.4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q32945801 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Benhilton War Memorial?
- Benhilton War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SM1 3EF), in the parish of Sutton, unparished area.
- What is Benhilton War Memorial?
- Benhilton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Benhilton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Sutton Common, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode SM1 3EF.
- When was Benhilton War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1920.
- Is Benhilton War Memorial a listed building?
- Benhilton War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Benhilton War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Benhilton War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Benhilton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Sutton Common, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SM1 3EF.