Designs for new memorial for road traffic victims revealed

It is hoped it will be a peaceful location where people can go to remember a loved one.

Warwickshire Road Safety Partnership has revealed a design idea for a new permanent memorial for road traffic victims.

The memorial will be at Hartshill Hayes Country Park near Nuneaton.

In Warwickshire in 2021, 15 people lost their lives and 215 people were seriously injured in road traffic collisions.

The designs will be on display this Sunday at St Mary’s Church in Warwick from 2.30 pm to 4.30 pm where a service will be held to commemorate the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims 2022.

The church will open at 2.30 pm to provide the opportunity for anyone who would like to light a candle and take some time for silent reflection. 

Open to all faiths, the service, led by Canon Peter Holliday, will start at 3 pm.

Lead Chaplain for Warwickshire Police, Matthew Hopley said “The death of a loved one isn’t something we move on from, rather the grief moves with us. We adapt to live with grief and the feelings of sorrow and loss, yet we choose to be intentional in how we honour our loved one’s life and legacy. As we collectively gather to remember those precious to us, we find comfort and seek a brighter hope for tomorrow.”

“You are invited to the service of remembrance as we personally and collectively honour their lives. The service is open to everyone of any faith or of non-belief, all are welcome.”