Case Study
Client: The Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Architect: The Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Principal Contractor: Stonewest
Services Provided: Special Works, Principal Contracting
Project Overview
Brookwood Military Cemetery is the largest CWGC cemetery in the UK occupying approximately 37 acres. It is the burial place of over 5,000 men and women from across the Commonwealth and 800 of other nationalities. It was established as WWI drew to a close in 1917 and was further extended to accommodate the Commonwealth casualties of WW2.
Stonewest were appointed to construct a new ‘1914-1918 memorial to the missing’. The works included installation of piled foundations and ground slab, production of a central circular dedication feature and construction of six steles. New stone paving was laid, a drainage system installed and assistance with soft landscaping provided.
Key Successes
- Condition surveys prior to and upon completion.
- Soil investigations.
- Piled foundations and reinforced slab installation.
- Supply and installation of different stone types and finishes.
- Quarry and factory visits to Bulgaria, Cumbria, Ireland and Hong Kong to control the quality of stone and ensure prompt and accurate delivery.
- Construction of the six new steles, central planter and flamed paving.
- Assisting client with soft landscaping on completion.
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