CWGC War Graves Week 2026 - Harrogate (Grove Road) Cemetery

Join us for a free tour of Harrogate (Grove Road) Cemetery

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 first seat on main central path inside the cemetery.

During the tour you will learn about the history of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and look at the stories of some of the service personnel buried in the cemetery.

There are 37 CWGC graves scattered across the cemetery including 11 local soldiers killed in WW1, some serving in the Canadian forces and a munitions worker killed at the Barnbow Shell factory.

Limited parking nearby; no facilities; level 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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