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.

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St Mary’s Church, Chirk

There is a volunteer group who manage St Mary’s Churchyard. Within the churchyard there are certain areas that contain summer flowering ‘wild flowers’, these include species like lesser celandine, wild strawberry, Herb Robert, Cranes-bill, and Primroses. The churchyard also contain annual flower beds which are sown every year.

Address

St Mary’s Church
Church Street
Chirk LL14 5HD
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Features:

• Good accessibility
• Peaceful space for quiet reflection
• Wild flower Areas in spring/summer
• Wildlife haven

Opening times:

The burial ground is open at all times

Accessibility information:

There is level access with a tarmac path leading through the lychgate in the burial ground and to the church.

Updated:

29th April 2025

Parking available:

There are a few car parking spaces by the churchyard

Is there public transport nearby?

Chirk train station is a 10 minute walk from the church. https://tfw.wales/places/stations/chirk

There is a bus stop on the street right outside the churchyard. https://bustimes.org/stops/5140AWF80543

Is there a cafe nearby?

There are a couple of cafes right outside the churchyard on church street.

Nearest toilet:

The closest public toilets are a 5 minute drive from the church