CWGC War Graves Week Tours 2026- Cardiff Cathays Cemetery

Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Cardiff Cathays Cemetery, led by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides.

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 at the main entrance to the cemetery (see information below)

Cathays is split into two cemeteries separated by a dual carriageway. The CWGC plot is in the cemetery near the Heath Hospital. Entry to the Cemetery is the gates on Allensbank Road, opposite no. 171 Allenbank Road, CF14 3QY. Once inside the plot will be signposted.

Cathays Cemetery is the final resting place of over 700 commonwealth and allied servicemen and women of the two world wars. It contains the highest number of CWGC war graves in Wales.

The tour lasts approx. 90 mins and covers about 500 metres on paths and grass on uneven ground.

Parking is available 25m into the cemetery main entrance. There are no facilities or toilets on site and please bring water if required.

Please come dressed for the weather and in suitable footwear.

Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome in the cemetery.

Please note there can be last minute cancellations. This can be due to various reasons including illness, site issues and weather. We will email you as soon as we can, but this could include the morning of the tour, so please check your emails prior to leaving for the tour.

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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