Crossbones Graveyard

Crossbones Graveyard & Garden of Remembrance    

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(94) · Memorial park in London, United Kingdom
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Crossbones Graveyard and Garden of Remembrance is a former post-medieval burial ground, the final resting place of thousands of Bankside's poor and overlooked. As a garden of remembrance, …
Crossbones Graveyard and Garden of Remembrance is a former post-medieval burial ground, the final resting place of thousands of Bankside's poor and overlooked. As a garden of remembrance, it offers a quiet space for reflection, with a particular focus on those who were felt to be 'outcast'. Mizuko jizo statues act as a focal point for people grieving the loss of a young child for any reason, while the ‘Ribbon Gates’ are adorned with tokens of remembrance by visitors from all over the world. Monthly vigils are held at the gates to honour the outcast dead (23rd of each month, 7pm). With a pond and varied planting, the garden sanctuary for wildlife too.

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Nov 18, 2024
Came across this place totally by chance!!! It’s nestled between the Southwark high street and the river Thames!!! It’s the covered bridge entrance that drew me in!!! At first glance, it’s like sor…Full review by Culture01296146985
Aug 22, 2024
Visited for the tour led by Jennifer. It was very informative and it is so clear how loved and important the place is. Thank you for the tour.Full review by Naomi j
Mar 24, 2024
We were privileged to attend the monthly memorial service on the 23rd. It was touching and personal, demonstrating the dedication of the volunteers to maintaining and honoring the memory of the peopl…Full review by mgg1234
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Q:
Why has the graveyard never been consecrated ?
A:
Don't know. Maybe because it is now designated a memorial garden. Maybe there are historical reasons involving the church. Good question though.
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