Arnos Vale Cemetery

Arnos Vale Cemetery is a large Grade II* registered Victorian cemetery with local and international significance. It is also a beautiful green space with listed buildings and monuments, a wildlife haven with a number of habitats, and a valuable educational resource. 

Location

Arnos Vale Cemetery is situated between the A37 Wells Road and the A4 Bath Road in Bristol. For SAT NAV users the exact address is Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3EW.

Opening hours

• March to September: Monday to Saturday 8.30am to 5pm, Sunday 10am to 5pm
• October to February: Monday to Saturday 8.30am to 4.30pm, Sunday 10am to 4.30pm

The Visitor Reception located at East Lodge is open from Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 4.30pm. The Gift Shop also located at East Lodge is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 9.30am to 4.30pm.

Parking

Parking is very limited at Arnos Vale Cemetery and we recommend using public transport. If you plan to arrive by coach please contact the Arnos Vale Cemetery Trust for further information on parking arrangements.

Access

Arnos Vale Cemetery is a fascinating historic place and we have made recent improvements to footpaths and buildings on site. However, the sloping landscape and the variety of historic structures do not allow full access to all sites. For detailed access information please visit the Arnos Vale Cemetery Trust Access Information.

Toilet Facilities

Public toilets are available at the Spielmann Educational Centre.

Events

Arnos Vale Cemetery Trust organises a variety of events throughout the year from themed guided tours to historical talks and children's crafts workshops. Please check our Parks Event Listing regularly for an up-to-date events list or visit the web page of the Arnos Vale Cemetery Trust. 

History  

Download: History of Arnos Vale Cemetary (pdf, 10 KB)

Visitor Attractions and Facilities

• Café  (open on Saturdays)
• Anglican Chapel
• Spielman Centre (Non-conformist Chapel)
• Exhibition West Lodge
• Grade II listed grave structures
• Gift Shop East Lodge 
• Book of remembrance 

Visitor Activities

• Self-guided tours exploring the Heritage and Wildlife of the site
• Personal tours led by experienced guides
• Walking
• Family research - access to 50000 grave records and 170000 burial records
• Educational Programme for schools

Special designations/awards

• The Landscape Institute's 2010 Heritage and Conservation Award
• Grade II* listed Mortuary Chapels and Grade II listed grave structures