Memorials & monuments · London
Isle of Dogs War Memorial
In or near City of London.
Isle of Dogs War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Island Gardens · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Isle of Dogs War Memorial is located in Tower Hamlets, London, with the postcode E14 3BL. The nearest railway station is Island Gardens, which is 0.3 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Isle of Dogs War Memorial is a public memorial in London, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. It sits within the Poplar and Limehouse parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Island Gardens, about 0.3 km away. Postcode area E14.
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Heritage listing
Details MATERIALS: Portland stone plinth, timber cross and cast iron figure of Christ. DESCRIPTION: the Isle of Dogs war memorial comprises a wooden Calvary cross with a cast iron figure of Christ painted white. The shaft is set upon a Portland stone plinth which is inscribed: REMEMBER BEFORE GOD / THE GALLANT DEAD WHOSE / NAMES ARE WRITTEN HERE / THOUGH THEIR BODIES LIE / IN OTHER LANDS / THEY GAVE THEIR LIVES / FOR KING AND COUNTRY / AUGUST 1914-19 / GRANT THEM O LORD / ETERNAL REST AND LET / LIGHT PERPETUAL SHINE / UPON THEM. Two sides of the plinth have inscribed names of those who fell, but these are illegible.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Isle of Dogs War Memorial is a commemorative site dedicated to honoring those who served in the armed forces. Visitors can reflect on the sacrifices made by local servicemen and women, surrounded by the memorial's historical significance.
Place summary
The Isle of Dogs War Memorial, located in the London region of Tower Hamlets, is a commemorative structure honouring those who served in wartime. It is situated in an unparished area and serves as a significant local landmark.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4890, -0.0067
- District
- Tower Hamlets
- Parish
- Tower Hamlets, unparished area
- Postcode
- E14 3BL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Poplar and Limehouse
- Nearest railway station
- Island Gardens — 0.3 km
- Opening
- Mo 08:00-22:00; Tu-Fr 08:00-23:00; Sa 09:00-23:00; Su 09:00-22:00
- Official site
- thewatermansarms.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n8815810109 (ODbL)
- commons: War Memorial Christ Church 151 Manchester Road E14 3DR.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Isle of Dogs War Memorial?
- Isle of Dogs War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode E14 3BL), in the parish of Tower Hamlets, unparished area.
- What is Isle of Dogs War Memorial?
- Isle of Dogs War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Isle of Dogs War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Island Gardens, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode E14 3BL.
- Is Isle of Dogs War Memorial a listed building?
- Isle of Dogs War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Isle of Dogs War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Isle of Dogs War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Isle of Dogs War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Island Gardens, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode E14 3BL.