CWGC Tours 2024 - Beverley (St Mary) Churchyard

Join us for a tour of Beverley (St Mary) Churchyard.

Our tours are free to the public, but if you would like to support us then please consider donating to our charity The Commonwealth War Graves Foundation (CWGF).

https://foundation.cwgc.org/donate/

MEETING POINT is at the chapel within the cemetery.

The devastating consequences of two world wars are reflected in this tranquil cemetery in a Yorkshire market town. There are 25 casualties buried in St Mary’s; eight from World War One and seventeen from World War Two. These casualties range from 18 to 58 years of age and died from wounds, sickness or accidents.

Aircrew from both world wars are buried here, including a Canadian Flying Instructor and the pilot of a Wellington bomber struck by an incoming aircraft. There is a soldier who died from wounds received in France in 1917, three seaman and a soldier who was killed alongside his wife in an air raid on Bournemouth in 1943.

Parking available nearby; no on-site facilities and toilets; uneven ground.

Please dress for the weather and wear suitable footwear.

The Commonwealth War Graves Foundation (CWGF) aims to actively engage all communities with the work of the CWGC by telling the inspiring stories through education and outreach projects.

The CWGF is an independent charity registered with the Charity Commission of England and Wales (1171947) and Scotland (SC051982).

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