Southern Cemetery Guided Tour
Schedule
Fri Dec 30 2022 at 11:00 am to 01:00 pm
Location
Southern Cemetery | Manchester, EN
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Southern Cemetery Guided TourMeet me at the cemetery gates
The original and authorised tours of the cemetery.
You’ve eaten plenty over Christmas. It’s the lull before New Year. This is the perfect activity for you!
Join Emma Fox on a tour around this beautiful Victorian, green and tranquil cemetery visiting the graves and hearing the fascinating life stories of some of Manchester's most notable residents.
Opened in 1879 Southern Cemetery is the largest municipal cemetery in the UK, and one of the largest in Europe. Many renowned Mancunians are buried in the cemetery, including British aviator John Alcock (who made history with the first non-stop transatlantic flight in 1919) and Manchester's first self made multi-millionaire, industrialist and philanthropist John Rylands.
The cemetery also provides the final resting place for legends Sir Matt Busby and LS Lowry as well as 'Mr Manchester' himself, Tony Wilson, whose grave is marked with a headstone designed by Peter Saville and Ben Kelly.
Emma said in an interview with the Manchester Evening News: "I am delighted to be given the opportunity to guide people through the greenery of Southern Cemetery, visiting the graves of those famous for music, football,cotton, philanthropy, flight, the ship canal, painting, politics, and property. You really can tell the whole story of Manchester just in this beautiful cemetery".
Councillor Rosa Battle, Manchester City Council's executive member for culture and leisure said: "Southern Cemetery is a fascinating place with an enthralling history and I'm sure people will jump at the chance to learn more about the celebrated people buried there while enjoying the extremely diverse wildlife in the cemetery.
"The tours are a compliment to the team at Southern Cemetery who, alongside the successful Friends of Southern Cemetery group, have work tirelessly and were recently awarded a Green Flag Award again."
NB £1 from each ticket sold will be donated to the Friends of Southern Cemetery
Read more about and contact Emma Fox
FAQs
Where do we meet?
Meet inside the main cemetery gates on Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton, M21 7GL. These are opposite James Hilton Memorials, 245d Barlow Moor Road, M21 7QL. NB do not go to the crematorium. Please arrive a few minutes early.
Is there an age limit to enter the event?
No, the tour is suitable for anyone able to walk and stand for two hours on paths and grass.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
The main cemetery gates on Barlow Moor Road and Nell Lane will be open, and you can park in the marked bays. There is also parking down the side roads off Barlow Moor Road. The shops prefer you not to park in front of them.
Withington Metrolink stop is next to the cemetery on Princess Parkway.
The 104 and 101 buses go along Princess Parkway from where it is only a short walk along Barlow Moor Road to the cemetery.
The 23 and 23A go along Barlow Moor Road between Didsbury and Chorlton. You can get the Metrolink to Chorlton, walk round the corner onto Barlow Moor Road to the bus stop by Max Spielmann to catch the 23. It's a 4 minute journey. Get off at Aldermary Road.
There are railings suitable for locking your bike to.
Are there any toilet facilties at the event?
Yes, but bring your own loo roll!
Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No
What if it's raining, snowing or 40 degrees C?
The tours take place whatever the weather. Please dress appropriately!
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Where is it happening?
Southern Cemetery, ,Manchester, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
Tickets
GBP 12
