Canterbury Cemetery Friends: Exceptional tales of remarkable lives

The Canterbury Cemetery Friends Open Day will feature tours that go back in time. Stops during the tour will reveal poignant tales about people whose modest lives were shaped by significant historic events--some were even touched by fame--during some of the century’s most turbulent times. Our popular tree tour will also be on offer.

Tour times are:
1pm: History tour
2pm: Tree tour
3pm: History tour

In addition to the tours, there will be refreshments for sale and a plant stall (cash donations requested). There will also be opportunities to chat about plans for the chapel as a community resource. ALL ARE WELCOME.

On the open day, guests will:
* Learn about many of the fascinating stories of ordinary people in Canterbury City Cemetery;
* Find out about exploring and preserving local heritage by joining the Canterbury Cemetery Friends Group;
* Discover the rare and unusual trees that live in this biodiverse and serene environment;
* Meet others who are interested in the history of Canterbury and its citizens; and
* Locate a grave with the cemetery manager - limited availability from 1 to 3pm.

Timings

Sunday 20 September:

1pm (history), 2pm (trees), 3pm (history)

Location & directions

Canterbury City Cemetery, Westgate Court Avenue, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8JL

Directions:

The cemetery is an easy 15 minute walk from the Canterbury West train station and a 20 minute stroll from the centre of Canterbury. Extremely limited onsite parking is available.

Contact on day:

The Revd Brian McHenry CBE

Telephone number:

+447780308220

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

It’s fine to walk your bicycle in the cemetery, but please don’t ride it through.

Additional information

Dogs are not permitted on the grounds (except registered assistance dogs).

Max number of people:

50

Estimated duration:

0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)

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