Memorials & monuments · London
Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial
In or near Thames Ditton.
Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
Bob Walters — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Southfields · 3.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial is located at postcode SW15 3BH and is accessible via the nearest railway station, Southfields, which is 3 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
Wandsworth and Wimbledon 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 1458959). 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 A First World War Memorial, designed by Madeline Agar and erected in 1921, refurbished in 2006. MATERIALS: constructed of rock-faced stone with marble inscription panels. PLAN: octagonal. DETAILS: the memorial consists of a wide octagonal base divided into compartments, six to contain plants, the other two sides providing five steps up to a platform. This bears a narrower octagon of three steps bearing a moulded plinth with attached inscribed marble tablets, surmounted by a tall Latin cross with vertical carved strips. One marble tablet is inscribed: NATURE PROVIDES / THE BEST MONUMENT / THE PERFECTING OF / THE WORK MUST BE LEFT / TO THE GENTLE HAND / OF TIME, BUT EACH / RETURNING SPRING WILL / BRING A FRESH TRIBUTE / TO THOSE WHOM IT / IS DESIRED TO KEEP IN / EVERLASTING / REMEMBRANCE. The opposite tablet is inscribed: THE LAND AROUND / 42 ACRES / IS DEDICATED / TO PUBLIC USE / IN MEMORY OF ALL / THOSE WHO HAVING / BEEN RESIDENT OR / BELONGING TO FAMILIES / RESIDENT IN THE / ADJOINING DISTRICTS / GAVE THEIR LIVES / IN THE GREAT WAR /1914-1918. The other six marble tablets bear the names of the 115 local men who gave their lives in the First World War.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Wimbledon Common SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial is a Grade II listed memorial located in London. It commemorates local residents who served in the armed forces during conflicts. The structure is notable for its design and historical significance within the community.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4353, -0.2470
- District
- Wandsworth
- Parish
- Wandsworth, unparished area
- Postcode
- SW15 3BH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Putney
- Established
- 1921
- Nearest railway station
- Southfields — 3 km
- Official site
- www.wpcc.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q28320633 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial?
- Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SW15 3BH), in the parish of Wandsworth, unparished area.
- What is Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial?
- Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Southfields, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode SW15 3BH.
- When was Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1921. Designed by Madeline Agar.
- Is Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial a listed building?
- Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial is officially recognised as Grade II listed building listed.
- Is Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial a protected site?
- Yes — Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial is part of the Wimbledon Common SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Wandsworth and Wimbledon War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Southfields, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SW15 3BH.