Exeter Dissenters' Graveyard

The event focusses on Exeter Dissenters Graveyard with activities in the Hall and at the Graveyard which is a short walk away. It answers the questions: who were the Dissenters?; why were there Dissenters?; why did they need their own Graveyard?; and how important are they in England's history?

The Hall will house an exhibition on the history of Dissent in England, on the history of the Graveyard and on notable Dissenters. There will be a Treasure Hunt for children and book stall, cream teas, cake and soft drinks will be available.

A signed route will link the Hall by a short walk to the Graveyard. A guide will be on hand to show you round and answer questions.

The Graveyard is part of the historic heritage of this corner of St Leonards, a heritage which includes the Friends Meeting House, the Jewish Burial Ground, the Leper Hospital (of which there's no visible trace), Bull Meadow Park with the stream which flowed through it and St Leonards Old Hall itself.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

1400-1630

Location & directions

Old St. Leonards Hall House, Roberts Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4HD

Directions:

The Graveyard is situated in the corner of Bull Meadow Road and Magdalen Street, opposite the Hotel du Vin. Old St Leonards Hall House is at the junction of Roberts Road and Temple Road. There is a short walk between them, mostly across Bullmeadow.

Contact on day:

Steve Wills

Telephone number:

+447503161224

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

There are no toilets at the Graveyard site.

Additional information

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