CWGC Tour of First World War Graves - Cheltenham Cemetery
Bouncers Lane, Prestbury, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 5JT
During the walking tour you will learn about the history of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and about the heroic actions and self-sacrifice of some of our casualties buried in the cemetery.
Cheltenham cemetery contains 183 burials of both wars. The First World War graves are mainly of casualties who died in local voluntary hospitals. The burials are scattered except for a small plot of 10 Australian graves situated near the original crematorium chapel. You will also see a collection of original First World War battlefield crosses that are not normally available for public viewing.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 11am - for 75 minutes
Location & directions
Bouncers Lane, Prestbury, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 5JT
- Directions:
- Please meet the guide in the cemetery car park off Bouncers Lane GL52 5JT
- Contact on day:
- Amy Kitcher
- Telephone number:
- +447917604641
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Places are free, please email [email protected] to reserve your space
- Booking contact name:
- Amy Kitcher
- Booking telephone number:
- +447917604641
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/957239558287?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Alternative booking website:
- https://www.cwgc.org/visit-us/events-tours-and-talks/
Accessibility details
The cemetery is flat, however caution must be used when leaving any paths as there may be concealed trip hazards in the grass. To this end, please come dressed for the weather and in a suitable walking shoe.
Additional information
Our tours are free to the public, but if you would like to support us then please consider donating to our charity The Commonwealth War Graves Foundation (CWGF). https://foundation.cwgc.org/donate/ The Commonwealth War Graves Foundation (CWGF) aims to actively engage all communities with the work of the CWGC by telling the inspiring stories through education and outreach projects. The CWGF is an independent charity registered with the Charity Commission of England and Wales (1171947) and Scotland (SC051982).
- Max no of people per tour:
- 20
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 15 minute(s)
