We are compiling this directory of flowery burial grounds from across the UK, which we would recommend visiting if you are looking for a well managed site rich in wildlife and heritage. Burial grounds can have a rich array of plants, animals and fungi, and may contain the only surviving area of flower-rich grassland in a parish. All the sites listed here contain this habitat. To see the flowers at their best, late May to mid or end of July is usually the most suitable time to visit. However, do contact the site managers for more specific timings before you visit if this is important to you.
This lovely churchyard and is a level site surrounded by drystone walls. It was developed here in 1930s following flooding of the old village of Stocks in Bowland by Stocks Reservoir. Bodies were brought from the old churchyard and reburied here. Those whose remains could not be identified are buried in a mass grave at the far end of the site and is marked with a grave stone.
The Graveyard at Dale Head Church is designated by Rural Development Service of DEFRA as a ‘Biological Heritage site’, with over 130 plant species, some rare. We conserve the floristic richness and diversity of the sward by allowing the grasses and flowers to set seed, so providing a nectar and seed source for invertebrates and birds. We remove the year’s grass growth by the end of the growing season to allow next year’s grasses and flowers to achieve maximum production.
Fascinating monuments – communal grave for those who had no headstone in the old St James’ burial ground
- Fascinating monuments
- Good accessibility
- Peaceful space for quiet reflection
- Wild flower Areas in spring/summer
- Wildlife haven
Dog friendly (please keep on a lead)
There is level access with gravel path
Parking available on the road side near the church gate.
There is level access with gravel path
There is no public transport to the church.
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If you would like to nominate a flowery burial ground that you manage for inclusion in our directory, please complete the form here. We will review all submissions before inclusion in the directory, so please understand you won’t see your burial ground immediately.Â
