Discover fascinating lives and local history in the beautiful surroundings of Bath Abbey Cemetery. Informative displays, family activities with guided tours at 10.00, 11.00 and 12.00 (tour places must be booked in advance on our website).
“It is difficult to imagine a more lovely spot…it commands some of the most delightful views of Bath.” (Bath Chronicle, 1844)
Bath Abbey cemetery opened in 1844 after the under-floor burials at the Abbey reached capacity. Designed by John Claudius Loudon, there are 6,335 burials which include key local and national figures from the Victorian period and 20th century. It was closed in 1995 and Bath & North East Somerset council maintain the site. Abbey staff and volunteers will reveal fascinating stories about the memorials for this special Heritage Open Day event.
Visitors are welcome any time between 10.00 and 1.00. Volunteers with informative displays, family activities (age 4+) and refreshments will be on offer outside the Chapel.
There are also free guided tours at 10.00, 11.00, 12.00. Tickets need to be booked in advance online HERE.
There will be 20 people maximum on each tour, tickets are available on the Bath Abbey website. Maximum 2 tickets per person. Tours will last approximately an hour.
Please be aware that both the route to the Chapel and the tour route are on uneven ground and there are few places to sit. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. The tour involves standing for approximately one hour.
Location: Bath Abbey Cemetery, Prior Park Road, BA2 5BB / Entrance: ///player.joins.privately
In the case of cancellation on the day due to adverse weather, an announcement will be made on the Abbey’s social media.
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