Cardiff Council's Bereavement
Services were responsible for the project which has been funded by Cadw, the
War Memorial Trust and Cardiff Council.
The work was carried out by
Mossfords Ltd and includes specialist cleaning of the Portland stone work using
traditional methods, repointing using lime-based mortar to match the original, the
cleaning of all inscriptions, the cleaning and waxing of the bronze statues as
well as the cleaning and repair of pathways around the memorial.
Originally erected in 1921 the
memorial was inscribed with the names of 20 of “Radyr’s Gallant War Dead” but a
further 13 names were added in 1945 at the end of the Second World War.
Cabinet Member for Clean
Streets, Recycling and Environment, Cllr Michael Michael said: "100 years
may have passed but the Radyr War Memorial remains a poignant monument to those
who lost their lives in the First World War.
“Cardiff’s memorials and
cenotaphs provide an important place to reflect and connect with the past. They allow people of all ages to learn and
remember those who gave their lives for us in war and it is vital that we
ensure they are in the best possible condition.
"I am delighted with the
work carried out and my thanks goes out to those organisations who helped fund
this project."
Frances Moreton, Director, War Memorials Trust said, "War memorials are a tangible connection to our shared past creating a link between the fallen and today. It is vital we ensure all our war memorials are in the best possible condition for their age and the charity is delighted to support this project. The centenary of World War I is a wonderful opportunity for local communities across the country to protect and conserve their war memorials. If anyone knows of any other war memorials in need of help please contact us."
If you require further
information on funding available to support war memorials then please contact
War Memorials Trust on 020 7233 7356 / 0300 123 0764, 07586 920 153 or email grants@warmemorials.org.
Image credit: Mossfords Ltd