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Friends of Layton Cemetery - Tour of Blackpool's Victorian Burial Ground

Talbot Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 7BD

  • Multiple dates available
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking not required
  • | Walk / Tour

Explore Layton Cemetery, Blackpool’s historic Victorian burial ground and discover the extraordinary stories of the people buried there. From performers and activists, to mayors and unsung locals, their lives were anything but ordinary.

Discover the hidden history and remarkable lives of those laid to rest in Layton Cemetery, Blackpool’s Victorian burial ground. Wander among the monuments as stories of performers, activists, mayors and ordinary people who led anything but ordinary lives are brought back to life. Along the way, learn the fascinating meanings behind cemetery symbolism and uncover the forgotten customs of Victorian burial traditions.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:
Tour 1100
Sunday 20 September:
Tour 1100

Location & directions

Talbot Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 7BD

Contact on day:
Deborah Contessa Hargreaves
Telephone number:
+447949672986

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Some of the pathways may not be wheelchair friendly.

Additional information

Estimated duration:
2 hour(s)

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