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Ford Park Cemetery offers you a wide range of services from burials and memorials to wakes, exhibitions and guided themed tours of the beautiful grounds. All within a peaceful and historic setting in the heart of the City. You can download a copy of our current 2024 Events leaflet here..
The Trust manages the grounds to balance the needs of a working cemetery with the need to protect and enhance the wide variety of plant and wildlife. The cemetery also promotes the rich history of Plymouth and the Victorian grave symbolism.
We depend on income from burial services, grants, donations and the support of the Friends of Ford Park Cemetery and volunteers. If you can help in any way please see How You Can Help page or click on the Donate button below. For more information on the work of the Friends, click on the link above.
The Trust wish to make Choice central to our services. Please look at our site for details of our services, contact our office or simply visit the cemetery to enjoy its unique environment and history. If you bring your dog, please respect the cemetery and ensure that it is kept on a lead at all times and any mess is picked up.
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Heavenly Bakes Saturday 5 October
This Saturday morning, why not come along to the Visitor Centre, and enjoy our Heavenly Bakes.
Heavenly Bakes runs on the first Saturday of every month so if you like cake, you'll love what's on offer
A Walk with the Heritage Team Thursday 3 October
On Thursday 3 October, starting at 1.00, the Heritage Team will be leading a public walk around the cemetery, focusing on the cemetery's many notable women.
Amongst those featured will be Mabel Ramsay, Plymouth's first female surgeon and Ann Farley, whose family first baked the famous Farley's rusk.
The walk is free and the cafe will be open in the Visitor Centre where our latest exhibition will be on show.
Bat Detecting Evening Tuesday 1 October
If you are interested in finding out more about the bats which live and hunt in the cemetery, why not come along to our bat detecting evening.
The event starts at 6.30pm and is supported by the Green Communities team and the Devon Bat Group.
Wildlife Walk Sunday 7 July at 10.00am
Ford Park Cemetery Presents: Summer Wildlife Walk! 
Join us for a delightful summer wildlife walk led by the knowledgeable John Boon. Explore the beautiful surroundings and discover the diverse wildlife that calls Ford Park Cemetery home.
Event Date:
Sunday, 7th July 2024 at 10 AM
Meeting Point:
The Visitor Centre, Ford Park Cemetery
Please wear sensible footwear and keep to the paths. Children under 12 should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Dogs should be kept on leads. The walk will last up to 1½ hours, and refreshments will be available afterwards. Donations are welcome.
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Events
Talk includes a Ploughman's Lunch
Tickets £12 from the cemetery office
Collection for charity.
Refreshments available
Opening Hours
Grounds
9 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. (Summer Time)
9 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. (Winter Time)
Office
10 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. (Mon to Fri)
Vehicular access is available whenever the grounds are open.
Visitor Centre Exhibition
Nature in the Cemetery
From Sunday 4th August until Thursday 26th September
Opening Times
Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.30am to 3.30pm
Sundays 11.30pm - 3.30pm
Craft Club
The Craft Club meets weekly in the Northey Room between 11.00am - 3.00pm every Wednesday - Free tea & coffee - bring your own food or sandwiches available to purchase from the cafe. All welcome.
Puzzle Swap Club
Twice weekly in the Coffee Shop Tuesday & Thursday 10:30 to 3:30 also Saturday & Sunday 12:30 to 3:30 - All welcome.