Memorials & monuments · London
King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial
In or near Thames Ditton.
King's Royal Rifle Corps 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
- Southfields · 1.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit the King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial, you can take a train to Southfields station, which is 1.8 km away. The memorial has free entry and is accessible to visitors. The postcode for sat-nav is SW19 5NR.
About
King's Royal Rifle Corps 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 1445581). 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 Short stone pillar with a slightly pyramidal top, standing on a square platform. The front of the memorial bears a brass plaque of the King's Royal Rifle Corps regimental badge, which is in the form of a Maltese cross with crown, with the various campaigns of the Corps listed on the arms. The back of the memorial bears a plaque with the inscription: TO THE MEMORY OF ALL RANKS / OF THE RESERVE BATTALIONS OF / THE KINGS ROYAL RIFLE CORPS / WHO TRAINED HERE AND / AFTERWARD GAVE THEIR LIVES / FOR KING AND COUNTRY / 1916 - 1918. 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, 20 July 2017. This list entry was subject to a Minor Amendment on 27 October 2025 to amend details in the description
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Wimbledon Windmill Museum showcases the history of windmills and milling, along with local history and the Scouting movement. Visitors can explore exhibits on the construction and operation of windmills, as well as participate in hands-on activities related to milling. The museum also features a collection of antique tools and models illustrating the evolution of wind technology.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Wimbledon Common SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial is located in London. This Grade II listed building commemorates the sacrifices of the regiment during various conflicts. Its significance lies in its historical context and architectural merit.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4383, -0.2302
- District
- Merton
- Parish
- Merton, unparished area
- Postcode
- SW19 5NR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Wimbledon
- Established
- 1929
- Nearest railway station
- Southfields — 1.8 km
- Opening
- Sundays 11am - 5pm; closed during winter except for pre-arranged tours
- Official site
- www.wimbledonwindmill.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q65680117 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial?
- King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW19 5NR), in the parish of Merton, unparished area.
- What is King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial?
- King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Southfields, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW19 5NR.
- When was King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1929.
- Is King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial a listed building?
- King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial is part of the Wimbledon Common SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to King's Royal Rifle Corps War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Southfields, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW19 5NR.