Memorials & monuments · London
Edmonton War Memorial
In or near Goffs Oak.
Edmonton 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
- Edmonton Green · 0.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Edmonton War Memorial, you can take a short walk from Edmonton Green railway station, which is just 0.1 km away. Entry to the memorial is free, and it is wheelchair accessible. The postcode for sat-nav is N9 7SA.
About
Edmonton 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 1440052). 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 MATERIALS: Cornish granite. DESCRIPTION: the memorial is located on Edmonton Green and it comprises a four-stepped base surmounted by plinth and cenotaph. The front face bears a bronze Sword of Sacrifice with a wreath at the top of the hilt. The inscription on the front face reads: TO OUR GLORIOUS DEAD/ ERECTED/ BY THE PEOPLE OF/ EDMONTON/ IN LOVING AND GRATEFUL MEMORY OF/ HER SONS WHO FELL/ IN THE GREAT WAR/ 1914 – 1918/ AND THE WORLD WAR/ 1939 – 1945/ GREATER LOVE HATH NO MAN THAN THIS. The side faces carry the inscriptions: THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE and PASS NOT WITHOUT REMEMBRANCE. The memorial is surrounded by a stone kerb with low stone posts and connecting chain-link fence. The two main posts at the entrance also bear a bronze wreath.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Edmonton War Memorial is a site dedicated to honoring those who served in the military. Visitors can pay their respects and reflect on the sacrifices made by service members.
Place summary
The Edmonton War Memorial is located in London. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation highlights its historical and architectural significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.6249, -0.0605
- District
- Enfield
- Parish
- Enfield, unparished area
- Postcode
- N9 7SA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edmonton and Winchmore Hill
- Established
- 1924
- Nearest railway station
- Edmonton Green — 0.1 km
- Official site
- rumimosque.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q59140518 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Edmonton War Memorial?
- Edmonton War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode N9 7SA), in the parish of Enfield, unparished area.
- What is Edmonton War Memorial?
- Edmonton War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Edmonton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Edmonton Green, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode N9 7SA.
- When was Edmonton War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1924.
- Is Edmonton War Memorial a listed building?
- Edmonton War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Edmonton War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Edmonton War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Edmonton War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Edmonton Green, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode N9 7SA.