Summary
First World War memorial, 1928, with later additions for the Second World War.
Reasons for Designation
Buersil and Balderstone War Memorial, situated at the junction of Oldham Road and Platting Lane, is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons:
* Historic Interest: as an eloquent witness to the tragic impact of world events on this local community, and the sacrifice it has made in the conflicts of the C20;
* Design: a tall and dignified war memorial cross.
History
Buersil and Balderstone War Memorial was designed and executed by J Child & Son at a cost of £1400. It was unveiled by Councillor Hardman and dedicated by the Rev CR Thomas in August 1928, commemorating the 127 local servicemen who died fighting during the First World War. Following the Second World War, inscriptions were added to commemorate those 35 who fell in that conflict.
Details
The memorial stands at the junction of Oldham Road and Platting Lane, enclosed by ornamental railings. It stands directly in front of a small drinking fountain that forms part of the stone wall enclosing a lawned area to the north. Built of granite, the memorial is c4m tall and consists of a Latin cross head on a rectangular tapering shaft. That stands on a tapering, rectangular, plinth with rounded edges placed on a rectangular base. The base stands on a low granite step. The centre of the cross head is decorated with a rose carved in low relief.
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