Summary
First and Second World War memorial. Erected c1919 with the names of the Fallen of the Second World War added after 1945.
Reasons for Designation
Chideock war memorial, which was erected in c1919 and stands at the corner of North 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: an elegant Hamstone fleur-de-lis cross set upon a tapering octagonal shaft, square plinth and stepped base;
* Group value: the memorial is surrounded by listed buildings on each side, including the Grade I listed church of St Giles.
History
The aftermath of the First World War saw a huge wave of public commemoration with tens of thousands of memorials erected across the country. One such memorial was erected in c1919 to commemorate the residents of Chideock who lost their lives. A commemorative monument was first discussed at a parish meeting recorded in April 1919, whereby it was proposed to erect a memorial cross on land offered by Mr H. F. Weld. The memorial was probably erected later that year, with the names of the Fallen inscribed on the plinth. A further inscription was added following the Second World War, to commemorate those who fell during that conflict.
Details
First and Second World War memorial. Erected c1919 with the names of the Fallen of the Second World War added after 1945.
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