War Memorial Interactive Map

Behind every inscription carved on our memorial is a household, a family, and an ordinary life interrupted. In 2018, three dedicated members of our congregation undertook painstaking research to uncover the local addresses of all 148 men, reconnecting each story with the brick and mortar of our parish.

By exploring this map, you can trace the human geography of our community through two world wars. Simply click on a pin to read an individual’s profile, or search by road to see who lived on your doorstep. We hope this map serves as both a meaningful historical record and a quiet reminder of the lives once woven into the fabric of our neighbourhood.

Navigating the map

• Browse by Street: Click any pin across the parish to reveal the soldier’s name, rank, regiment, and personal story.

• Search an Address: Click the expand/search icon in the map header to look up your own street name or house number to see who lived on your doorstep.

• Explore by Conflict: Open the map legend in the top left corner to toggle between First World War (amber pins) and Second World War (blue pins).

• Parish: The red perimeter outlines our historic parish boundary, centred on St Luke’s Church.

Understanding the Memorial & Addresses

• How Names Were Added: Unlike official military cemeteries, parish war memorials were created by local communities. Names were put forward by families, friends, and parishioners who wished to commemorate a loved one. Anyone with an active connection to St Luke’s could nominate a fallen serviceman.

• Pins Beyond the Parish Boundary: You will notice several markers located outside the red boundary line. Much like our congregation today, many individuals and families who lived just across the parish borders considered St Luke’s their spiritual home, attended services here, or were baptised in the church.

• The Church Garth Pins: A cluster of markers is placed directly on St Luke’s garth. These honour men who had clear, documented ties to the parish or congregation, but for whom a specific residential street address has not survived in census or military records. Placing them at the church ensures their service is remembered alongside their neighbours.