Farsley Rehoboth Burial Ground Heritage Day Tour (2020)
2 Coal Hill Lane, Farsley, West Yorkshire, LS28 5NA
The Farsley Rehoboth Baptist Burial Ground was a place of internment from 1785 to 2000 and reflected the growth of Farsley, in particular its textile industry with many prominent residents buried there.
In total there are circa 4,000 local people interred in the Rehoboth all with their own stories and contribution to the growth and history of Farsley.
It covers 2 acres and is situated off Coal Hill Lane, Farsley, close to the junction with Bagley Lane. For decades there was no access to visit graves (including registered War Graves) without trespass. The neglect to the steep and wooded two acre site was massive.
In 2019 our Charity purchased the Rehoboth as a community asset, commenced reclaiming the graveyard as well as preserving the ecology and landscape.
By the power of both online and offline media we have galvanised the community to take ownership, through their commitment and skills within this unique project with a large number of unpaid volunteers and supporters.
Our work sessions since we obtained access and cut the chains on the gates we are constructing a network of excavated roads to allow all weather and wheelchair access. All materials excavated are reused for walls and structures.
On November 11th 2019 we held an Armistice Day Service, featured on BBC Look North and have received coverage on numerous media channels.
The “hidden nature” aspect of this site is extensive and fascinating with a wide variety of wild life, birds, foliage and trees.
Timings & Tours
Available anytime
Location & directions
2 Coal Hill Lane, Farsley, West Yorkshire, LS28 5NA
- Contact on day:
- John Barker 07701 048812
- Telephone number:
- John Barker 07701 048812
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
No children under six years old, all children (6-16 years) to be accompanied at all times. We will provide rain ponchos and bottled water. Single white carnations will be provided free of charge to place on graves and memorials. Maps and descriptive leaflets will be provided free of charge. Strong footwear should be worn.
