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Commonwealth War Graves Tour – Wolverton Cemetery

Wolverton Cemetery, Woburn Avenue, Wolverton, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK12 5AZ

  • 11 Sep 2024
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

Were you aware that Wolverton Cemetery contains the graves of 9 WW1 and WW2 casualties under the care of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission? On this tour you will be able to hear their stories and find out about the history of the Commission.

As part of MK Heritage Open Days, please join us for a Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) guided tour of Wolverton Cemetery to hear about the lives of the nine casualties buried here from the First World War and the Second World War, many of whom were from the Wolverton area. You will also hear about the history of the CWGC, the organisation set up by Royal Charter in 1917 to ensure that the men and women who died in the service of their country will be remembered for ever more.

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 11 September:
1400 - 1500

Location & directions

Wolverton Cemetery, Woburn Avenue, Wolverton, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK12 5AZ

Directions:
Please meet at the entrance to the cemetery off Woburn Avenue. There is a small parking area outside the cemetery, to the right of the main entrance. Other parking is available nearby.
Contact on day:
Will Reid (CWGC Public Engagement Coordinator)
Telephone number:
+447425756521

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Pre-booking on Eventbrite is essential and this can be done via the CWGC web page
Booking website:
https://www.cwgc.org/visit-us/war-graves-tours/

Accessibility details

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
12
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s)

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