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Chester Heritage Tour – Explore the Historic Overleigh Cemetery
Tue, Jun 23, 2026 16:00 PM - Fri, Sep 25, 2026 17:30 PM
Description
Opened in 1850 and designed by renowned local architect T. M. Penson, Overleigh Cemetery is one of Chester’s most intriguing historic spaces. Beautifully laid out with ornamental features including chapels, lodges, and a lake with three islands, the cemetery offers a peaceful setting filled with remarkable stories waiting to be discovered.
Led by a qualified and insured Green Badge guide, this walking tour visits around 25 of the cemetery’s most notable graves and monuments, revealing the extraordinary lives behind the headstones.
Hear captivating tales of local characters and unusual histories, including Mary Jonas, who was said to have had 33 children including 15 sets of twins; Edward Langry, whose tragic life became linked to royal scandal; and William Bidulph Cross, remembered for crafting his own illuminated coffin from wooden matchboxes.
From grand memorials to simple resting places, each stop offers insight into Chester’s social history, changing customs, and the lives of the people who shaped the city.
Highlights
• Explore one of Chester’s most historic cemeteries with an expert guide
• Visit around 25 notable graves and monuments
• Discover remarkable local stories and hidden histories
• Learn about Victorian burial traditions and social history
• Admire the cemetery’s historic design and peaceful surroundings
What’s Included
• Guided walking tour
• Qualified and insured Green Badge guide
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Chester Heritage Tour – Explore the Historic Overleigh Cemetery
Chester Heritage Tour – Explore the Historic Overleigh Cemetery
Tue, Jun 23, 2026 16:00 PM - Fri, Sep 25, 2026 17:30 PM
5.0 (125)
Description
Opened in 1850 and designed by renowned local architect T. M. Penson, Overleigh Cemetery is one of Chester’s most intriguing historic spaces. Beautifully laid out with ornamental features including chapels, lodges, and a lake with three islands, the cemetery offers a peaceful setting filled with remarkable stories waiting to be discovered.
Led by a qualified and insured Green Badge guide, this walking tour visits around 25 of the cemetery’s most notable graves and monuments, revealing the extraordinary lives behind the headstones.
Hear captivating tales of local characters and unusual histories, including Mary Jonas, who was said to have had 33 children including 15 sets of twins; Edward Langry, whose tragic life became linked to royal scandal; and William Bidulph Cross, remembered for crafting his own illuminated coffin from wooden matchboxes.
From grand memorials to simple resting places, each stop offers insight into Chester’s social history, changing customs, and the lives of the people who shaped the city.
Highlights
• Explore one of Chester’s most historic cemeteries with an expert guide
• Visit around 25 notable graves and monuments
• Discover remarkable local stories and hidden histories
• Learn about Victorian burial traditions and social history
• Admire the cemetery’s historic design and peaceful surroundings
What’s Included
• Guided walking tour
• Qualified and insured Green Badge guide
How to get there?
Cemetery Chester CH4 7HW, Chester, United Kingdom,
How to get there?
Cemetery Chester CH4 7HW, Chester, United Kingdom,
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