Christ Church War Memorial Garden, World War I memorial garden at St Aldate's, Oxford, England.
Christ Church War Memorial Garden is a World War I memorial located at St Aldate's in Oxford, featuring stone plinths, wrought-iron screens, and ornamental gates with vase finials. These elements are positioned at the western end of Broad Walk and form a unified architectural composition.
The memorial was established in 1926, replacing eleven houses and shops that once stood between Christ Church's stables and a draper's shop at number 19. Its creation reflects the wave of commemorative projects built across Britain in the years following World War I.
The inscription from John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress reflects how spiritual literature shaped memorials of this period. Visitors often pause to read the words carved into the path, which speak to sacrifice and continuation.
The site is directly accessible from St Aldate's street and offers a quiet space for reflection near Christ Church College. You can visit during regular opening hours, and the location is easy to reach on foot from the college entrance.
The Grade II listed wrought-iron screen showcases exceptional craftsmanship, with stone piers separating individual panels of ironwork and decorated gates. This level of artisanal detail reflects the care taken in creating memorials during this period.
GPS coordinates: 51.75030,-1.25589
Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42
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