Work underway to improve Berwick war memorial

13 Oct 2023 ARCHIVED (over 3 months old) - view latest news

Work to improve the Castlegate War Memorial in Berwick is underway. 

The cleaning of the memorial stonework and inscription panels has now been completed by the County Council’s Neighbourhood Services team, as well as a general tidy up of the rose beds and the addition of new flowers. 

Cabinet Member Councillor John Riddle said: “I’m pleased to see the initial phase of restoration activity to improve the appearance of the Castlegate War Memorial has now been done and that a further phase of work for this listed structure is being progressed which will be carried out later this year.  

“It’s been a high priority for Berwick for some time. 

“Our war memorials are focal points in our towns and villages for people to remember those who gave their lives and it’s important they are well maintained.” 

Additional restoration work on the railings, stonework and surrounding paving stones will be carried out after Remembrance Day to avoid any risk of the memorial being in a state of partial repair during the commemoration. 

Cllr Catherine Seymour, ward councillor for Berwick North, said: “The restoration works are so important for the town and it has been cleaned up by our team and looking much better. 

“We’re looking forward to the memorial, railings and surroundings being restored to its former glory and to add additional names to remember them all for Remembrance. 

Town Mayor Councillor John Robertson said: "It’s fitting that these works are being carried out 100 years on from its original dedication. It’s hoped that the names of those who given their lives for their town and their country in more recent conflicts will also be added.”