Summary
A First World War memorial dating from c.1920, altered by the addition of the names of the Fallen of the Second World War.
Reasons for Designation
Bishop’s Lydeard War Memorial 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-executed stone cross.
History
The War Memorial in Bishop's Lydiard was erected as part of the great wave of commemoration that took place following the First World War. It is positioned adjacent to the main road through the village, in a small enclosure next to the Church of England school. The monument was paid for by public subscription, and contains plaques listing the names of the fallen. Following the Second World War, the names of the fallen of that conflict were also added to the monument. It has been little altered since.
Details
A First World War memorial dedicated in 1921, altered by the addition of the names of the fallen of the Second World War.
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