Family Storytelling Tour at Brompton Cemetery Open Day
Key information
Sunday 6 September, 12:15pm - 1pm & 2:15pm - 3pm
Join us for a free, immersive family tour exploring the wonders of Brompton Cemetery.
- This lively introductory tour will use props, costumes and storytelling to bring to life personalities of the people buried here including Emmaline Pankhurst, leader of the suffragettes, the pioneering Doctor John Snow, as well as the founder of Chelsea Football Club Gus Mears.
- Join Mary and Moira, both blue badge guides, to explore this incredible cemetery, where over 200,000 people lie in peace across spectacular memorials.
- Meander along its avenues of stately lime trees where, among the wildflowers, you’ll spot an abundance of wildlife. Birds, butterflies, bats and beetles all call Brompton Cemetery home!
This tour is part of the wider Friends of Brompton Cemetery Open Day on Sunday 6 September, 11am-5pm, with a wide range of activities, entertainment and stalls for both children and adults.
Please note:
- You are unable to bring dogs on the tour as the route will not follow pre-designated dog walking paths in the cemetery.
- This tour is suitable for children aged 9 and above.
- Tours will take place on Sunday 6 September from 12:15pm-1:00pm and 2:15pm-3:00pm
- Both tours are free, however spaces are limited so please book to ensure you do not miss out. Limited signups are also available on the day.
- For further information please call 0300 304 9910 or email learn@royalparks.org.uk.
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