CWGC Tours 2024 Cannock Chase War Cemetery and German Military Cemetery
CWGC Cemetery, Camp Road, Waddington, Cannock, Derbyshire, WS12 4PT
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) looks after the graves and memorials of around 1.7 million Commonwealth causalities from the two World Wars, across the Globe.
Cannock Chase played a vital role in the First World War. Come and discover the history through those that CWGC commemorates there.
In the neighbouring site are the graves of almost 5,000 German and Austrian casualties from both World Wars. Discover the stories of some of them.
Taking in a range of different War Graves and Memorials you'll find out more about the CWGC's work both locally and internationally.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 08 September:
- 11:00 & 13:30
Location & directions
CWGC Cemetery, Camp Road, Waddington, Cannock, Derbyshire, WS12 4PT
- Directions:
- Please meet the guide at the CWGC Commonwealth Cemetery. This is the cemetery with the white Cross of Sacrifice which is adjacent to, and can be seen from Camp Road.
- Contact on day:
- [email protected]
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- If you have any questions or need to cancel your tour please email [email protected]. All our guides are volunteers so if you are unable to attend please let us know so we don't waste their time. We look forward to seeing you on the tour.
- Booking contact name:
- [email protected]
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/952558998607?aff=oddtdtcreator
- Alternative booking website:
- https://www.cwgc.org/visit-us/events-tours-and-talks/
- Booking opens:
- 25 Jun 2024 12:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 06 Sep 2024 12:00 AM
Accessibility details
Free parking is available next to the Commonwealth Cemetery and addition parking is available up the lane at the German Cemetery. There are no facilities on site. Please come dressed for the weather and in suitable footwear. The tour takes place on pathways and grassed areas.
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:
- 25
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
