Approval granted for Queen Elizabeth II Memorial

Proposals for the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II have been approved by Westminster City Council, with Purcell part of the design team led by Foster + Partners.

Providing heritage advice, Purcell has helped shape a design that responds sensitively to the historic character of St James’s Park.

The scheme will introduce a new bridge, sculpture and landscape enhancements, creating a place for reflection and remembrance within one of London’s most significant Grade I-listed landscapes. The design draws on the original principles of John Nash, ensuring the memorial is carefully integrated into its historic setting.

The project will now progress to the next stage of detailed design, with further elements to be refined as it develops.

“We’re absolutely delighted that the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Masterplan has been approved unanimously by Westminster City Council and the next chapter in this historic park can be realised as a fitting tribute to our longest serving monarch.”

– Alasdair Travers, Major Projects Partner, Purcell

“It is an honour and a privilege for our team to be awarded this project. Her Majesty loved history and tradition, so this is reflected in the inspiration of the original design of St James’s Park by Sir John Nash. Some of his principles have survived, whilst others have been lost and will be restored, creating a family of gardens joined by gently meandering paths."

– Norman Foster, Founder, Foster + Partners

Approval granted for Queen Elizabeth II Memorial

Proposals for the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth II have been approved by Westminster City Council, with Purcell part of the design team led by Foster + Partners.

Providing heritage advice, Purcell has helped shape a design that responds sensitively to the historic character of St James’s Park.

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