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.
The churchyard surrounding St. Mary’s is crossed by public footpaths, one of which is part of the Wyche Way, a long distance path from Kington to Broadway. There are areas of mown grass, areas of spring flowers, wildflower areas and areas devoted to wildlife. Hedges surround most of the site and there are numerous trees including old yews and limes planted for the victory at the Battle of Blenheim in 1704. The churchyard is part of the Hanley Castle Conservation Area which affords a level of protection supplemented by Tree Preservation Orders on most of the trees.
- Famous/infamous people's memorials
- Peaceful space for quiet reflection
- Sundial
- War memorial
- Wild flower Areas in spring/summer
- Wildlife haven
The main path is accessible, other paths are mown grass.
There are seats at the front of church one of which is readily accessible over mown grass, the other benches are down slopes or over unmown areas. There is seating in the front porch of the church as well.
The 332 bus from Worcester via Upton upon Severn calls at Church End (Hanley Castle High School) six days a week.
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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
