Nunhead Cemetery
FONC Cabin, Nunhead Cemetery, Linden Grove, London, Greater London, SE15 3LP
Nunhead Cemetery, a Grade II* Victorian burial ground, is one of London's 'Magnificent Seven' cemeteries and is of historic and ecological importance. Set on a hillside, the 52 acres of Nunhead Cemetery provides a green breathing space offering peace and tranquillity at the heart of London's Borough of Southwark. Stroll a few metres away from the Main Avenue along any of the curved paths into the woodland away from the bustle and sounds of the city. There, amongst the trees, you will find the story of the nineteenth century written in stone. Imposing tombs contrast with the tumbling headstones and carved angels peer through a covering of ivy. At the top of the site is a wonderful view of the dome of St. Paul's Cathedral. Nunhead may be a cemetery but it is one where nature gives it a life during each passing season.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1300-1700. Cemetery Tours: 1400 & 1500. Capel and crypt visits: 1330, 1415, 1500 & 1545.
- Sunday 15 September:
- 1300-1700. Woodland walk: 1400. Cemetery Tour: 1500. Capel and crypt visits: 1330, 1415, 1500 & 1545.
Location & directions
FONC Cabin, Nunhead Cemetery, Linden Grove, London, Greater London, SE15 3LP
- Directions:
- Direct trains from London Victoria and London Blackfriars to Nunhead station which is less than 10 minutes walk away. P12 and 78 buses pass the far end of Linden Grove and 343 and 484 buses pass near to Limesford Road - all are less than 10 minutes walk from the respective Cemetery gates.
- Contact on day:
- Jane Hart
- Telephone number:
- +447764600693
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Cemetery tours and woodland walk are around 90 minutes in duration. Chapel and crypt visits are around 20 minutes in duration Children must be accompanied by adults for crypt visits. Crypt is not wheelchair or pram accessible
Additional information
Homemade refreshments will be available. There will be a publications and enquiries desk
- Max no of people per tour:
- 30
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
