WATERLOO STATION (Victory Arch)

The Victory or Memorial Arch at Waterloo Station was built between 1919 and 1922 as the main foot entrance to the station, situated at the top of a grand flight of steps, most of which is located within the building. This triumphal arch stands approximately three storeys high, with an attic, and is designed in a butterfly plan. The main arch is flanked by side bays, with one bay featuring canted wings. To the left, it connects to the existing structure through a three-bay section that has a recessed centre and giant order, which is not mirrored on the right side. The arch features a balustraded parapet with an attic that is concealed behind it, and the stonework displays heavy rustication in the centre.

Notable sculptures include bronze plaques beneath the arch that list the names of 585 employees of the London and South Western Railway who lost their lives in World War I. The arch also features two sculptural groups: one dedicated to Bellona, dated 1914, and another dedicated to Peace, dated 1918, which is set around a glazed arch with a clock in a sunburst design, topped by a figure of Britannia. The name of the company is prominently displayed on the concourse side of the arch. The sculptor, Charles Whiffen, is not widely known, but the unique aspect of this monument is that the LSWR staff were consulted on its design. Pylons with iron lamps flank the staircase.

The remainder of the station does not possess special architectural or historic interest.