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.
A beautiful churchyard in the centre of the village, still used for burials. Â A well -used footpath crosses the churchyard. Â Benches are provided in quiet corners.
The churchyard is managed to provide a variety of habitats, through the seasons there are spring flowers, blossom, meadow sections and mown paths for access. Â It has achieved the eco churchyard silver award. Â A recent survey found hedgehogs, voles and slow worms all active.
There are multiple compost heaps in the working area, a dead hedge, hibernaculum and other wildlife refuges at the quiet edges of the Churchyard.
The churchyard is managed by the PCC, supported by the church wardens and the Sherston Living Churchyard workgroup, who can be found tending the churchyard on the first Saturday morning of the month.
The churchyard attracts many birds, a monthly survey is taken and published for local interest.
- Birders paradise
- Fascinating monuments
- Good accessibility
- Lichen haven
- Lychgate
- Peaceful space for quiet reflection
- Stones with stories
- War memorial
- Wild flower Areas in spring/summer
- Wildlife haven
There is a slope up to the church from the lych gate on the main road. This is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. There are paths through the churchyard which are usable by a wheelchair. Paths are rural, so make allowances when using a wheelchair or pushchairs.
41 Malmesbury to Yate (not Sundays)
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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
