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| 26 Jan 2026 | |
| Chapel News |
We are honoured to share this video showcasing the unveiling of the newest Memorial Window installed in the Royal Memorial Chapel at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
The Memorial Window to Field Marshal Chapple was designed by Sarah Knighton ACR, AMGP, BA(Hons), of Holy Well Glass in Wells, Somerset, and installed by her with her team of Eilish Ward and Joanna Moylett in December 2025. Sarah was awarded the 2016 “New glass artist of the year” accolade by the Worshipful Company of Glaziers. Winner of the 2016 Steven’s Competition and Prize for Presentation.
This traditional stained-glass masterpiece is crafted using handmade antique and flashed glass, meticulously acid-etched, painted, and silver stained. At its heart is the crest of Sir John Lyon Chapple, with hanging badges representing his honours:
• Order of the British Empire
• Knight Grand Cross of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath
• Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem
Further regimental badges honour his service with the Finsbury Rifles and the Royal Engineers, alongside the colours of the 2nd King Edward VII's Own Gurkha Rifles (The Sirmoor Rifles).
At the base of the window, a map of the Gulf reflects Field Marshal Chapple’s role in providing military advice to government during his appointment as Chief of the General Staff. Above, the WWF symbol commemorates his time as a Trustee of the World Wildlife Fund, representing his commitment beyond military service.
This new window joins the other memorial windows in the Royal Memorial Chapel dedicated to Field Marshals including:
Interested in seeing these beautiful windows in person? Join one of our Historical Tours at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
Running throughout the year, tours are led by experienced retired officers and last approximately 2.5 hours, giving visitors time to fully explore the Academy’s rich history. Visits include Old College’s prestige rooms, the Royal Memorial Chapel and the Roman Catholic Chapel.
Register your interest today and discover Sandhurst from the inside.https://bit.ly/RMASTours
