Memorials & monuments · London
Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial
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Erith (Christ Church) 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
- Erith · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial, the nearest railway station is Erith, located just 0.2 km away. The postcode for navigation is DA8 3AN, and entry to the memorial is free.
About
Erith (Christ Church) 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 1445231). 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 Tall marble cross, the front face of which features a reverse sword carved in relief, with a laurel wreath around the hilt; below the sword tip is the inscription 1914 / -- / 1919. The cross stands atop a platform on a plinth (both marble), both of which bear inscriptions. The front face of the platform section reads TO THE GLORY OF GOD; the front of the plinth reads AND IN MEMORY OF / (NAMES), with the back face bearing more names. This stands atop a two-stepped base, the top section considerably bigger; the front face of this bears the inscription WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES IN THE GREAT WAR / THAT WE MIGHT LIVE / "OBEDIENT UNTO DEATH." / "JESU MERCY." The whole structure is surrounded by dwarf pillars linked by chains. This List entry has been amended to add sources for War Memorials Online and the War Memorials Register. These sources were not used in the compilation of this List entry but are added here as a guide for further reading, 6 June 2017.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial is a notable historical site commemorating those who served in the armed forces. Visitors can pay their respects and learn about the local history associated with the memorial.
Place summary
The Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial is located in London and is designated as a Grade II listed building. It commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the historical significance of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4799, 0.1764
- District
- Bexley
- Parish
- Bexley, unparished area
- Postcode
- DA8 3AN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Erith and Thamesmead
- Nearest railway station
- Erith — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.playhouse.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q66478703 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial?
- Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode DA8 3AN), in the parish of Bexley, unparished area.
- What is Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial?
- Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Erith, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode DA8 3AN.
- Is Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial a listed building?
- Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Erith (Christ Church) War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Erith, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DA8 3AN.