Place to explore / West Norwood
West Norwood Cemetery
A quiet heritage walk through 40 green acres, with restored memorials and a visitor centre.
About this outing
West Norwood Cemetery is one of London’s Magnificent Seven Victorian cemeteries. Restoration has repaired listed memorials and improved the landscape, while the lodge now houses a visitor centre with exhibitions and a community room. The 40-acre site offers a different kind of outdoor outing for families interested in local history: a peaceful walk, not a playground visit.
Planning your visit
- April–October: weekdays 08:00–18:00, weekends and bank holidays 10:00–18:00. November–March: weekdays 08:00–16:00, weekends and bank holidays 10:00–16:00. Christmas Day 10:00–14:30.
- Last entry is 15 minutes before closing. Check the current seasonal hours before setting off and treat the cemetery as a quiet, respectful place.
Plan your visit
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