Memorials & monuments · London
Hampton Wick War Memorial
In or near Thames Ditton.
Hampton Wick War Memorial — a Grade II*-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Hampton Wick · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
Getting there & planning your visit
Hampton Wick War Memorial is located in Richmond upon Thames, postcode KT1 4BY. The nearest railway station is Hampton Wick, which is 0.4 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Hampton Wick War Memorial is a Grade II*-listed building in england-london, United Kingdom. Grade II* status is conferred by Historic England (or Cadw, Historic Environment Scotland or NIEA equivalents) on buildings of exceptional national interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for full historical and architectural details.
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Heritage listing
The Hampton Wick War Memorial in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is situated on the Hampton Wick side of Kingston Bridge, between the bridge and the entrance to Home Park. Several dozen casualties of both world wars are commemorated. Most of these men will have been lost or buried abroad, but a few are buried in the London area. The memorial has been Grade II listed since 2015. The Hampton Wick War Memorial was unveiled on 3 May 1921, commemorating 47 local servicemen who died during the First World War. In 1933 the memorial was floodlit using gas from the Hampton Wick Gas Company.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Rose Theatre in Kingston is a cultural landmark that hosts a variety of theatrical productions. It aims to provide exceptional drama and cultural opportunities for the community, featuring a diverse range of performances throughout the year.
From the Wikipedia article
The Hampton Wick War Memorial in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is situated on the Hampton Wick side of Kingston Bridge, between the bridge and the entrance to Home Park. Several dozen casualties of both world wars are commemorated. Most of these men will have been lost or buried abroad, but a few are buried in the London area. The memorial has been Grade II listed since 2015. The Hampton Wick War Memorial was unveiled on 3 May 1921, commemorating 47 local servicemen who died during the First World War. In 1933 the memorial was floodlit using gas from the Hampton Wick Gas Company. Following the Second World War a further 17 names were added to commemorate those who fell during that conflict.
Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.
- Coordinates
- 51.4112, -0.3113
- District
- Richmond upon Thames
- Parish
- Richmond upon Thames, unparished area
- Postcode
- KT1 4BY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Twickenham
- Phone
- 020 8174 0090
- Established
- 1921
- Nearest railway station
- Hampton Wick — 0.4 km
- Official site
- www.rosetheatre.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q5646328 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Hampton Wick War Memorial (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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St John's Hampton Wick
Historic churches · 0.1 km
Kingston Bridge
Historic bridges · 0.2 km
Former Hampton Wick Local Board Offices And Udc Office
Gardens · 0.2 km
Medieval bridge and Undercroft
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Chapels · 0.3 km
Kingston Turks Pier
Marinas · 0.3 km
Kingston Railway Bridge
Historic bridges · 0.3 km
All Saints Church, Kingston upon Thames
Historic churches · 0.4 km
Memorial Gates outside Church of All Saints
Memorials & monuments · 0.4 km
Rose Theatre
Theatres · 0.4 km
Rose Theatre, Kingston
Open-air theatres · 0.4 km
Shrubsole Memorial
Public art & sculpture · 0.4 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hampton Wick War Memorial?
- Hampton Wick War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode KT1 4BY), in the parish of Richmond upon Thames, unparished area.
- What is Hampton Wick War Memorial?
- Hampton Wick War Memorial — a Grade II*-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Hampton Wick War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Hampton Wick, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode KT1 4BY.
- When was Hampton Wick War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1921.
- Is Hampton Wick War Memorial a listed building?
- Hampton Wick War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II* listed.
- Is Hampton Wick War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Hampton Wick War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Hampton Wick War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Hampton Wick, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KT1 4BY.