Memorials & monuments · London
Rotherhithe War Memorial
In or near City of London.
Rotherhithe 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
- Rotherhithe · 0.1 km
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
Rotherhithe War Memorial is located at postcode SE16 4HZ, just 0.1 km from Rotherhithe railway station. Entry is free, but wheelchair accessibility is limited.
About
Rotherhithe 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 Bermondsey and Old Southwark parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Rotherhithe, about 0.1 km away. Postcode area SE16.
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Heritage listing
Details Tall stone cross atop a splayed plinth. The front face of the plinth formerly bore an inscription, however this has now faded almost completely; according to sources it read ERECTED/ TO THE MEMORY OF/ THE MEN OF ROTHERHITHE/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES/ IN THE WARS/ 1914-1918/ 1939-1945. The memorial rests on a stepped stone base.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Brunel Museum in Rotherhithe showcases the history of the Thames Tunnel and the engineering achievements of Marc and Isambard Brunel. Visitors can explore the Engine House exhibition and the Grade II* listed Tunnel Shaft, which highlight the innovative work of the Brunel family.
Place summary
The Rotherhithe War Memorial is located in London, within the Southwark unparished area. This memorial commemorates those who served in conflicts, reflecting the historical significance of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5012, -0.0540
- District
- Southwark
- Parish
- Southwark, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE16 4HZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bermondsey and Old Southwark
- Phone
- +44 20 7231 3840
- Nearest railway station
- Rotherhithe — 0.1 km
- Opening
- Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays 10:30am–3:30pm; closed 11 July and 29 August
- Official site
- thebrunelmuseum.com
Sources
- osm: n11071615676 (ODbL)
- commons: Rotherhithe War Memorial (01).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rotherhithe War Memorial?
- Rotherhithe War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE16 4HZ), in the parish of Southwark, unparished area.
- What is Rotherhithe War Memorial?
- Rotherhithe War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Rotherhithe War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Rotherhithe, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE16 4HZ.
- Is Rotherhithe War Memorial a listed building?
- Rotherhithe War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Rotherhithe War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Rotherhithe War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Rotherhithe War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Rotherhithe, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE16 4HZ.