PIN Brompton Cemetry

One of the magnificent seven

The sixth of London`s Magnificent Seven cemeteries, and a source of unlikely inspiration to Beatrix Potter Brompton Cemetery is one of Britain`s oldest cemeteries. Seeking names for the animal characters in her children’s stories, the author would often visit nearby Brompton Cemetery for inspiration. Located in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea it has more than 35,000 headstones and monuments , many with a unique architectural merit, and is undoubtedly one of London’s hidden gems.

History

In the early 19th century, inner city burial grounds, had long been unable to cope with the number of burials. In 1837 a decision was made to lay out a new burial ground in Brompton, London.Originally known as the West London and Westminster Cemetery Company, the cemetery was established in 1840 as the sixth of London’s “Magnificent Seven” Victorian era park-cemeteries. Brompton Cemetery now covers 39 acres.

TripTide Thoughts

An amazing place where it is easy to get lost in the peace and quiet.

Opening hours

07:00hrs - 20:00hrs

How to get there

Take the District line to Fulham Broadway and take a brisk 10 minutes walk

Owner

sebastian soler

Hi I am Sebastian - a french student on an internship in London for TripTide. I love music, movies and history - and London. My Home Town is Nice in France. ...