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Mark Boorman

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Retired Marketing exec. Royal Navy veteran. Horse racing, travel, WW history, art & cycling. Lutyens blogger. CWGC volunteer. All views my own

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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
I've been on my travels for more #Lutyens memorials, this time in #Northumberland. This memorial in the village of Hartburn, unveiled in 1921, honours First World War casualties. It is one of only two memorials designed by Lutyens in the county. Read more:
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Hartburn War Memorial: A Tribute to Lutyens’ Design
The Hartburn War Memorial, located in Northumberland, honours First World War casualties and is one of only two memorials designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens in the county. Commissioned by local patrons Mr. and Mrs. Straker, it reflects rural community values through its modest design. The memorial features a tall, tapering cross with inscriptions commemorating both World Wars. It was unveiled in 1921.
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
The war memorial on Lindisfarne, designed by Lutyens, commemorates local servicemen from both World Wars. Placed near Lindisfarne Priory, it features a 5-metre tall war cross crafted from local stone, with inscriptions honouring the fallen. It was unveiled in 1922. Read more here:
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Lutyens’ Design: Lindisfarne War Memorial Insights
The war memorial on Lindisfarne, designed by Lutyens, commemorates local servicemen from both World Wars. Placed near Lindisfarne Priory, it features a 5-meter tall war cross crafted from local stone, with inscriptions honouring the fallen. Unveiled in 1922, it was repaired after sustaining storm damage in the 1980s.
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
I recently visited Hooge Crater cemetery near Ypres. Originally begun in 1917 with 76 graves, it was significantly expanded post-war, commemorating 5,916 servicemen today. Lutyens' design evokes the memories of the fierce battles fought in the area. Read more here:
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Exploring Hooge Crater Cemetery: Lutyens’ Architectural Legacy
The author visited several CWGC cemeteries near Ypres, Belgium, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who became a principal architect for the Imperial War Graves Commission in 1917. The Hooge Crater cemetery, originally begun in 1917 with 76 graves, was significantly expanded post-war, containing 5,916 commemorated servicemen today, many of whom are unidentified. The cemetery features a symmetrical layout, with notable structures such as the Cross of Sacrifice and shelters. The design evokes the memories of the fierce battles fought in the area.
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
This memorial in Maidstone, Kent, designed by Lutyens, honours the 6,866 soldiers of the Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment who died in World War I. One of seven Lutyens cenotaphs in England, it mirrors the main Cenotaph in London but is scaled down. It was unveiled in July 1921. Read more:
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Remembering the Queen’s Own Royal West Kent Regiment: A Lutyens Tribute
The memorial in Maidstone, Kent, designed by Lutyens, honours the 6,866 soldiers of the Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment who died in World War I. One of seven Lutyens cenotaphs in England, it mirrors the main Cenotaph in London but is scaled down. Commissioned shortly after Armistice Day 1918, the memorial is constructed from Portland stone and features minimalistic design elements. Unveiled on July 31, 1921
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
This memorial at Somerset House in London honours 1,240 members of the Prince of Wales' Own Civil Service Rifles who died in World War I. Originally a unit of civil service reservists, the regiment served prominently on the Western Front from 1915. Read more here:
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The Prince of Wales’ Own Civil Service Rifles Memorial
The war memorial at Somerset House in London honours 1,240 members of the Prince of Wales' Own Civil Service Rifles who died in World War I. Originally a unit of civil service reservists, the regiment served prominently on the Western Front from 1915. A committee led by Major W.H. Kirby raised funds for the memorial, ultimately selecting architect Edwin Lutyens to design it. The memorial, unveiled in 1924, features a tall Portland stone column and inscriptions honouring the fallen and their achievements. It was relocated and rededicated in 2002 after renovations to Somerset House.
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 27/03/2025
This World War One memorial in Lower Swell, Gloucestershire, designed by Lutyens, features a flaming urn on a pedestal. Unveiled in 1921, it honours nine WWI and two WWII soldiers. Read more here:
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Lower Swell WWI Memorial: A Historic Tribute in Gloucestershire
The World War One memorial in Lower Swell, Gloucestershire, designed by Lutyens, features a flaming urn on a pedestal. Unveiled in 1921, it honours nine WWI and two WWII soldiers, with inscriptions detailing their sacrifices. Read more here:
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
This First World War memorial in Miserden, Gloucestershire, commissioned by local landowner Noel Wills, features a design by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Constructed of limestone, it stands seven metres tall with inscriptions honouring fallen soldiers from both World Wars. Read more here:
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Exploring the Miserden War Memorial in Gloucestershire
This First World War memorial in Miserden, Gloucestershire, commissioned by local landowner Noel Wills, features a design by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Constructed of limestone, it stands seven metres tall with inscriptions honouring fallen soldiers from both World Wars. Believed to have been unveiled in 1920, it is located opposite St Andrew's church.
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
This Lutyens-designed memorial in Norwich features a cenotaph and Stone of Remembrance and was unveiled in 1927. It honours the 3,544 men who lost their lives in WW1. Read more here;
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Norwich’s Lutyens Memorial: A Tribute to World War One Heroes
The Lutyens-designed World War One memorial in Norwich, unveiled in 1927, honours 3,544 local war dead. Initially located by the Guildhall, it was moved in 1938 to its current site overlooking the market square. Funded by public subscription led by Lord Mayor Charles Bignold, the memorial features a Stone of Remembrance and cenotaph with the city arms, and bronze flambeaux. A Roll of Honour listing all names was also created. The unveiling, attended by over 40,000 people, occurred on October 8, 1927, and it was rededicated on Armistice Day in 2011.
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Low Moor war memorial, West Yorkshire #LestWeForget #memorial
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
This memorial in Derby honours the Midland Railway Company's employees who died in World War One. Unveiled in 1921, it features a ten-metre high cenotaph and bronze plaques listing the names of the 2,833 dead. Read more:
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Commemorating Midland Railway’s Sacrifice in WWI
The memorial in Derby honours the Midland Railway Company's employees who died in World War One. Erected near Derby railway station, it features a ten-metre high cenotaph and bronze plaques listing the names of the 2,833 dead. Unveiled in December 1921, it reflects both the triumph and sorrow of the war.
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
War memorial in the village of Cullingworth, W Yorks #memorial #lestweforget
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Mark Boorman @msboorman.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
This WW1 #memorial is one of two that #Lutyens designed in the city of York. Read more in my latest blog: lutyensmemorialsblog.wordpress.com/2024/12/16/y...
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York’s War Memorial: A Commemoration of History
The First World War memorial in York, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, is located in the War Memorial Gardens on the banks of the River Ouse. Commissioned in 1919, the memorial faced delays and objec…
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