Emsworth
Memorial
Below
are 4 options for you to consider
for the Emsworth Memorial Project. Emsworth’s Community Board have allocated
£15,000 of their Liveability award (a central government funding scheme) towards
an appropriate memorial dedicated to those who died in the two World Wars and
those who died subsequently fighting to preserve peace.
Complete
the questionnaire and send it to Gerry Wall, Public Art, Community Initiatives, Havant
Borough Council, Civic Offices, Havant, Hampshire PO9 2AX or by email to gerry_wall@btopenworld.com (NOT The EMS) by Friday 15th
July.
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Option 1:
A
traditional War Memorial proposed by Mr H. Groom which would be at a height of
5ft 6inches (1.65 metres) in Portland Stone and would also contain a brass
plaque listing the names of Emsworth’s 194 War Dead.
Site: St Peter’s Square
Option 2:
A
series of 6-8 metal or stone waymarkers sited around Emsworth which would act
as a trail uniting the north and south areas of the village and depict words
and images from local residents. These
markers could celebrate the lives of those lost as well as taking a view into
the future by containing words and images of peace and hope. The trail would also include the church
where the names of the 194 World War dead are inscribed.
Site: Through Emsworth (circular walking route from quay to North
Emsworth). See map for site
suggestions: Quay, Square, nr
underpass, crossing, possibly museum and then churchyard
Option 3:
A
stone sculpture symbolising the past, present and future. Providing a focal point for pause and
reflection.
Site: Church garden or St Peter’s
Square
Option 4:
Other
options you have thought of as an appropriate Memorial for Emsworth.