Elkins Construction recently completed vital restoration work on three war memorials in Thanet as part of an initiative by Thanet District Council to preserve and protect the area’s most significant statues and monuments. The project was carried out as part of our social value commitment under our three-year contract with the Council, delivering a programme of kitchen and bathroom replacements for residential properties across the borough.
The works took place across several weeks in June and included restoration of the Bourner Memorial, British Legion Memorial, and the War Memorial at All Saints Church. These structures are not only of historical importance but also serve as focal points for community remembrance events and ceremonies, particularly during occasions such as Remembrance Day.
The project was part of Thanet District Council’s long-term scheme to protect 25 monuments on public land identified to be in most need of restoration. The improvement works included essential cleaning, stonework repairs, repointing, repairing railings, relaying paving stones and other conservation measures to ensure the longevity of the memorials.
Speaking about the project, Andreea Plant, Head of Property at Thanet District Council, said: “The ultimate aim is to ensure that all statues and monuments on public land are preserved for future generations, and that the events or people that are commemorated are remembered for years to come. […] The contributions of our contractors WW Martin, AD Construction, Elkins, PJ Mears and BSW have made this project possible, and I would like to express my thanks to them all.”
Elkins Social Value Manager, Ayesha, said: “We are proud to have been a part of restoring some of these important historical landmarks in Thanet and helping to preserve them, so they can remain a place of reflection and learning for future generations.”
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