War Memorial

This war memorial was constructed shortly after the end of World War I. It is built from Portland stone.

The memorial is a tall, elegant, octagonal structure standing on a four-stepped plinth. The sides of the base are separated by slim, moulded pilasters between which are panels with carved, cusped decoration at the tops. These panels are inscribed with dedications and names, with the inscription "FOR GOD, FOR KING, FOR COUNTRY IN SUPREME SACRIFICE 1914 - 1918 / 1939 - 1945" on the front. A circular cap completes the base, from which a slender shaft rises, tapering slightly towards the summit to meet the scalloped frieze that decorates the base of a simple, capped cross.

A stone in front of the memorial, presented by the Women's Section of the Holmwood Branch of the British Legion on an unknown date of 11 November, is present. The memorial is surrounded by railings, and steps lead up from the road.

The memorial was financed by voluntary subscription and erected soon after the end of the First World War at a cost of £336 4s 6d. The designer or sculptor is unknown. It was consecrated on 9th October 1921 by the Bishop of Winchester, and was cared for by a Board of Trustees until the 1970s, when responsibility transferred to the Parish Council. Following the Second World War, names of those who died in that conflict were added. The memorial is recognised for its elegance, accomplished decoration, and prominent location, demonstrating the parish's civic pride. It also possesses special historic interest as a memorial commemorating the war dead of the parish from both World Wars.