Memorials & monuments · London
St Luke's Church War Memorial
In or near Shortlands.
St Luke's 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
- Bromley South · 1.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
St Luke's Church War Memorial is located in Bromley, London, with the postcode BR2 9LP. The nearest railway station is Bromley South, which is 1.2 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
St Luke's 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 1469676). 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 First World War memorial, c 1920, with later additions for the Second World War. MATERIALS: Portland stone. DESCRIPTION: the memorial is located on the roadside front of St Luke's Church on Bromley Common. It takes the form of a stylised wheel-head cross on a rectangular shaft supporting a crucifix with bronze figure of Christ. Above it is a small bronze plaque with the letters INRI in relief. This rises from a three-tiered plinth, the whole carved in relief against a rectangular pillar behind. The cross stands on a stepped, square base. On the lower plinth in incised lettering is : 1914 – 1919./ MIGHTY BY/ SACRIFICE. On the step of the base is 1939 – 1945.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Place summary
St Luke's Church War Memorial is located in London. This Grade II listed building commemorates those who served in conflicts. Its designation highlights its historical and architectural significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.3927, 0.0311
- District
- Bromley
- Parish
- Bromley, unparished area
- Postcode
- BR2 9LP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bromley and Biggin Hill
- Established
- 1920
- Nearest railway station
- Bromley South — 1.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q96581195 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Luke's Church War Memorial?
- St Luke's Church War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode BR2 9LP), in the parish of Bromley, unparished area.
- What is St Luke's Church War Memorial?
- St Luke's Church War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to St Luke's Church War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Bromley South, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BR2 9LP.
- When was St Luke's Church War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1920.
- Is St Luke's Church War Memorial a listed building?
- St Luke's Church War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is St Luke's Church War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, St Luke's Church War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to St Luke's Church War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Bromley South, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BR2 9LP.