Public asked where Aldershot's restored field gun should go
Four locations have been shortlisted for the town's military landmark
A restored Second World War field gun that once stood outside Aldershot railway station is set to get a new permanent home in the town.
Rushmoor Borough Council is asking people where the British Infantry field gun should go.
The gun has been in storage since it was removed during regeneration works at the station.
It has been fully restored while in storage and will soon be ready to move to its permanent location.
The Ordnance QF 25-pounder was the principal British and Commonwealth field gun-howitzer used during the Second World War.
It is described as a powerful symbol of Aldershot's military heritage.
The shortlisted locations
Four locations have been shortlisted following an initial assessment of potential sites around the town.
The assessment took into account factors such as visibility, land ownership and accessibility.
Option 1 is outside the EBB Stadium, home of Aldershot Town FC.
The council says this would place the gun at one of the main gateways into the town, alongside a well-used community venue.
It would be visible to visitors attending matches and other events at the stadium.
Option 2 is outside Aldershot railway station.
This would return the gun to its former location, where it stood between 1999 and 2022.
The council says the site offers high visibility for people living in and visiting the town.
Option 3 is at the bottom of Gun Hill, opposite Aldershot Library.
The council says this would create a prominent feature in the public realm.
It says it would also strengthen the connection between the established town centre and the growing Wellesley community.
Option 4 is Princes Gardens.
The gardens occupy land that formed part of the first military camp in Aldershot and are recognised as a gateway between the military and civilian parts of the town.
The site already contains several military memorials and statues, including the Airborne Soldier and Gurkha Warrior.
The council says installing the gun there could affect events held in the gardens and might require the removal of a planted bed.
A fifth option invites other suggestions from people in the town.
What the council has said
The Leader of Rushmoor Borough Council, Councillor Gareth Williams, said: "We are really keen to restore this important British infantry field gun to a new, permanent home, and we invite all of our residents to let us know where you think it should be.
"Following our successful hosting of Armed Forces Day National Event this year, we are committed to continuing to celebrate our heritage as a military town, which we want everyone to join us in being proud of."
Residents can take part in the consultation and give their views on the future location on the council website