Exploring Jewish and Victorian Cemetery Architecture and Heritage
The Lodge, Willesden Jewish Cemetery, Beaconsfield Road, London, Greater London, NW10 2JE
Discover the hidden stories and striking architecture of the cemetery this Heritage Open Day:
Family Craft: 10.30-12.30
A creative and hands-on family architecture craft workshop, perfect for all ages. This is an exceptional place to explore architecture and Jewish heritage through engaging activities. Our craft workshops are inspired by the lives, homes and places of worship of people buried at Willesden. Discover how architecture helps tell the story of community, migration and Jewish life in London.
Architecture Stories guided walk: 14.00-16.00
Join us for a guided walk exploring Jewish and Victorian funerary art, uncovering the stories behind some remarkable lives laid to rest here. Our guided walks, led by dedicated and knowledgeable volunteers, reveal the rich symbolism of Jewish and Victorian funerary art and the extraordinary lives remembered in this historic cemetery.
Free educational trail for all ages
Don’t miss our trail, designed for ages 7–14 but suitable for all ages. You can pick it up from the Heritage Centre and set off on an engaging journey through the cemetery, discovering rich symbolism and hidden stories along the way.
Free parking is available on site. The events are free, but registration is essential.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 14 September:
- 10.30-12.30, 14.00 - 16.00
Location & directions
The Lodge, Willesden Jewish Cemetery, Beaconsfield Road, London, Greater London, NW10 2JE
- Contact on day:
- Willesden Jewish Cemetery
- Telephone number:
- +442084596107
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Please book via the website
- Booking contact name:
- Miriam Marson
- Booking telephone number:
- +442084596107
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.willesdenjewishcemetery.org.uk/events/architecture
- Booking opens:
- 02 Jun 2025 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 11 Sep 2025 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
No dogs, except guide dogs. Kindly join us in following Jewish customs in the cemetery – we do not eat, drink, play music or walk dogs in the Cemetery grounds.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 50
- Est. tour duration:
- 2 hour(s)
