About this Event
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a tour of Pershore 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 the cemetery Chapel
Pershore Cemetery has 72 war graves from both World Wars. This tour will explore the work of the CWGC and how it relates to the casualties commemorated at Pershore. During the Second Worl War there was a Royal Air Force station at Pershore and most of the burials from this period are of airmen, 41 of them Canadian.
The tours last approx. 60 mins and covers about 200 meters on paths and grass with uneven ground. There is wheelchair access.
Parking is available on site. There are no facilities on site. Please bring water if required.
Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear suitable footwear.
Only assistance dogs 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).
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Cemetery, Defford Road, Pershore, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
