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.
There are two churchyards – the older one surrounding the church, and the newer one across the road. Both churchyards are managed for the benefit of wildlife, with a limited mowing regime to encourage biodiverse flora and fauna. A bioblitz in 2018 reported over 350 species! There is a wildflower meadow in the new churchyard, which is scythed by volunteers with the Bowland Haytime Project, in late summer. There are magnificent views across the Ribble valley.
Download a spreadsheet (Excel) of species found during our Bioblitz
- Fascinating monuments
- Lichen haven
- Lychgate
- Peaceful space for quiet reflection
- Wild flower Areas in spring/summer
- Wildlife haven
Old churchyard has steep tarmac path and grass paths. New churchyard has a step up, and flat, level grass paths.
Benches available with back and arm rest.
Bus stop by the church.
The map below will take a few seconds to load. You can search for a burial ground either by county, or by the name of the burial ground, or by clicking the markers on the map.
Add your burial ground.
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
