The Cemeteries opened in 1858 and are still serving their communities as places of burial and quiet reflection. Mature trees and a sensitively managed understory make the cemeteries a haven for wildlife in South East London.
The cemetery is open every day and you are welcome to visit.
The FOBLC is a voluntary group which promotes the conservation and appreciation of the cemeteries as places of remembrance, historic importance & natural beauty. You are welcome to join us.
Explore the history of the cemeteries, notable burials and architecture and its wildlife. Listen to the podcasts about people buried in the cemeteries recorded by Mike Guilfoyle or find out about the projects funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Some notable burials
Here are three randomly selected posts about notable burials in the cemeteries. They will be different each time you come back to this page.
Events
- Guided Tour of Both Cemeteries – Sunday 18th October, 2pm
Jeff Hart will be leading a general tour of the cemeteries starting from the Ladywell gate on Sunday 18th October,… Read more: Guided Tour of Both Cemeteries – Sunday 18th October, 2pm - Open Committee Meeting – Saturday 17th October, 2pm
Open Committee Meeting – Saturday 17th October, 2pm The next open committee meeting will be on Saturday 17th October at… Read more: Open Committee Meeting – Saturday 17th October, 2pm - London Open House and National Heritage Week – Sunday 20th September: Guided Walk and Chapel Drop-In
We are taking part in London Open House and National Heritage Week this year on Sunday 20th September. 1.30pm –… Read more: London Open House and National Heritage Week – Sunday 20th September: Guided Walk and Chapel Drop-In - Bat Discovery Walk – Thursday 10th September, 7.25pm
Thursday 10th September at 7.25pm Entry via the Brockley gate from 7.15pm. A short walk round Brockley Cemetery looking for… Read more: Bat Discovery Walk – Thursday 10th September, 7.25pm - Friends of Brockley & Ladywell Cemeteries Open Day: Sunday 12 July 2026 11am – 4:30pm
- Friends of Brockley & Ladywell Cemeteries AGM and Talk
The Friends of Brockley & Ladywell Cemeteries will hold their Annual General Meeting in the Chapel at Ladywell Cemetery on… Read more: Friends of Brockley & Ladywell Cemeteries AGM and Talk