Memorial Title

Oakwood - Peace

Summary

Derbyshire War Memorials: a description of a peace memorial bench at Oakwood, Derby.

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Locations

Last known location:
Roadside
Bishops Dr
Oakwood
Derby

Nearest postcode:
DE21 2DF

NGR:
SK 37313 36777 ±5m
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Location details:
About 45m southeast of the roundabout.

Type

Overall type: Bench

Overall condition: Very good. The inscription is legible and the memorial is cared for.

Description:

A black welded bench formed from perforated metal sheets. The backrest has a curved top edge and comprises a symetrical image of curved lines forming poppy stems and flowers and a pair of doves of peace, and with an inscription in capital roman lettering at the top. The seat has transverse slots and a further inscription at the front in block capital lettering.

Glossary

Components:

Component	Material	Height	Width	Depth	Condition
Bench	Metal	880	1625	740	Very Good
Dimensions in millimetres ±5mm unless stated otherwise.

Inscription

Backrest:

Conflicts and people named:
Conflict	Peace	Totals
Action or event	Not stated
Number died	0	0
Number served and returned	0	0
Total names	0	0

LEST WE FORGET

Backrest:

TOUGH STUFF BY TOUGH KIDS

Administration

Custodian: Derby City Council

Local authorities:
From 2021: Derby City Council.

History and Conservation

c2021: The memorial was installed.

21st May, 2022: The memorial was surveyed by Roy Branson and Holly Sellors. It was in good condition and cared for.

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