Woodbury Park Cemetery - An introduction to a Victorian gem
Woodbury Park Cemetery, Woodbury Park Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 9NH
Woodbury Park Cemetery opened in October 1849 when space in the town’s first parish churchyard, Holy Trinity in Church Road, began to run out. Today, the cemetery is Grade II listed as an early example of a garden cemetery for the local Anglican congregation. Woodbury Park Cemetery is the final resting place of over 6,000 people from all classes and backgrounds of Victorian society; from paupers to priests and servants to shopkeepers. Come and learn about the many people that were involved in the running of the cemetery and served the local community who now rest here.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 15 September:
- 1000-1100
Location & directions
Woodbury Park Cemetery, Woodbury Park Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 9NH
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The cemetery is built on a slope and is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. No onsite toilets.
Additional information
No parking at the cemetery but there is on road parking in the roads nearby.
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
