Brookwood Cemetery — Attraction in Woking

If you ever wondered where all the graves went in those central London churchyards that were re-developed or turned into gardens they are most likely here in England's largest cemetery. There are impressive monuments testifying to their transportation and re-burial but no names or individual gravestones. They now only exist in records. This is the last resting place of many other Londoners who chose Brookwood's peaceful broad acres above the noise and impersonal surroundings of a local London burial. In the South Cemetery the original lowland heath habitat has been preserved. You will find no swathes of lawn here. Just expanses of heather and some of the tallest Wellingtonia trees to be found in the UK. Butterflies abound and deer are often seen. Impressive mausoleums of wealthier families are dotted around, some of them in poor condition but gradually being restored by the hard work of the friends and volunteers of the Cemetery who offer occasional guided tours describing its fascinating history and many famous occupants. This place is so vast it had its own railway station bringing the deceased direct from London Waterloo. All that is left today is a short section of preserved track. The North cemetery contains military burials that I have yet to explore. Set aside plenty of time to fully...

Our team of museum professionals from Kunovice visited Brookwood Cemetery, where we paid our respects to the victims of the Second World War and Czechoslovak pilots. This visit was a deeply moving and respectful experience.

Brookwood Cemetery, with its beautifully maintained graves and memorial sites, is a place of quiet tribute to those who sacrificed their lives during the Second World War. We were particularly touched by the memorial site behind the cemetery wall, dedicated to those who died after the war but could not be buried in their homeland due to political reasons.

We would also like to commend the cemetery staff, who were very kind and maintain this place superbly. Their dedication helps keep the memory of the fallen alive and honors their sacrifice with great respect.

The visit to Brookwood Cemetery was a valuable reminder of the sacrifices and dedication of those who served and fell in the fight for freedom. We deeply value their sacrifices, their fight for their homeland, and their service, for which we are grateful.

Respectfully, The Museum Team from Kunovice Zlín Region,...

Brookwood Cemetery is a beautiful Grade 1 listed site in the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens located in the heart of Surrey. It is the largest cemetery in the United Kingdom and one of the largest in Europe. The 220 Acre park provides a picturesque, tranquil setting for visitors 365 days of the year. The grounds are divided into many smaller plots by a multitude of roads and avenues that boast magnificent trees and offer a wealth of flora and fauna as well as local heritage. Saw plenty squirrels and birds. The park is rich in architecture, ecology, horticulture and history. Loved the war Graves and all the mausoleums. It's very well looked after. There are public toilets available, clean and neat. Volunteers do a lot to help with the upkeep. Will need a day or two to get through...