About this Event
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Llandudno (Great Orme's Head) 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 is at benches by layby in front of St. Tudno's Church.
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During the tour you will learn about the history of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and about the heroic actions and self-sacrifice of some of our casualties buried in the cemetery.
There are 36, 1914-1918 and 1939-1945 war casualties commemorated in this site.
The tour lasts approx. 60 mins and covers about 1000 metres on grass with uneven ground and on a slope.
There is parking nearby but no public facilities on site, so please bring water if required.
Please come dressed for the weather and in suitable walking shoes. The location is exposed and the weather can change quickly.
Well behaved dogs on a lead are allowed on site.
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).
(Image taken from Find A Grave)
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Great Orme Cemetery Chapel, Saint Tudno's Road, Llandudno, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
