Rainham War Memorial

Rainham War Memorial is a hexagonal clock tower monument featuring three clock faces, constructed from red Belgian brick with Portland stone dressings and surrounded by protective iron railings. The structure displays gauged arches, narrow pilasters, and is topped with a balustrade parapet.

Colonel Whitmore, Lord Lieutenant of Essex, unveiled the memorial on November 7, 1920, as a permanent tribute to local soldiers who died in both World Wars. The monument was established at a central location to honor the region's sacrifice.

The memorial displays inscribed stone blocks and panels listing names of soldiers from both World Wars, creating a place where the community gathers to remember the fallen. The site serves as a focal point for local remembrance throughout the year.

The memorial stands between Broadway and Upminster Road in front of Saint Helen and Saint Giles parish church, making it easy to locate and visit. The site offers open space for viewing and is easily reached on foot from nearby streets.

The structure serves a dual purpose as both a functioning timekeeper with three clock faces and a memorial to the fallen, making it unusual among commemorative monuments. Few war memorials combine practical timekeeping with remembrance in such a direct way.

Location: London Borough of Havering

Inception: 1920

GPS coordinates: 51.51860,0.19028

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:24