Summary
First World War memorial, with later additions for the Second World War.
Reasons for Designation
West Molesey War Memorial, which stands in the memorial garden on Walton Road, is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons:
* Historic interest: as an eloquent witness to the tragic impact of world events on the local community, and the sacrifice it made in the conflicts of the C20;
* Design: a well-proportioned and carefully detailed Portland stone pillar.
History
West Molesey War Memorial was erected following the end of the First World War, dedicated to the 29 men who from the village who lost their lives. A further name was added to the memorial following the end of the Second World War along with a small bronze plaque. Until at least 1960 the memorial was located at the intersection of New Road and Walton Road. It was moved c65m to its present location in the memorial garden next to West Molesey Recreation Park.
Details
West Molesey War Memorial stands in a memorial garden on the north side of Walton Road. The garden, which is separated from the street by iron railings and is enclosed with a wooden panel fence, includes shrubberies and two garden seats. The memorial is a 5.5m tall, rectangular, Portland stone pillar, surmounted by a segmental pediment and a low rectangular block. The pillar stands on a two-stage base, which rises from a low step. The memorial is surrounded by a square pavement, approached from the street by a path.
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