45 ACRES OF
DISCOVERY

A unique heritage site in the 
heart of Bristol

Discover Arnos Vale

a place to remember for all ages

Step into a secret world

Discover unique heritage in the heart of Bristol

Enter 45 green acres of spectacular Victorian Garden Cemetery. Find out more about the history of the city, told in a leafy and tranquil setting , rich in architecture, fascinating trails and nature walks.

Arnos Vale Discovery Trail...

"Bristol's hidden gem. We love nothing more than going for a walk at Arnos Vale and the kids love exploring!"

Vikki

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    Weddings at Arnos Vale

    Image from Stu Tucker Photography. See more beautiful images from stutuckerphotography.co.uk

    "It was more amazing than we could have imagined. The ceremony was absolutely perfect and I‘m still feeling the emotions welling up!"

    Rob & Wendy


    Arnos Vale Weddings...

    a place to remember for all ages

    Our Cemetery Services

    A tranquil resting place in a vibrant landscape

     Arnos Vale has been re-established as a serene final resting place, a beautiful natural landscape, and a welcoming location that encourages visitors to celebrate life and remember those who’ve passed.

    Our Cemetery Services...

    "It is the best example of a cemetery I know and I'm glad Arnos Vale are looking after my loved ones"

    M.G.

    A place to remember

    Latest News

    April 25, 2022

    Ash Die Back work during Bird Nesting Season

    Ash die back during work nesting season is carefully managing to protect birds, graves, and people.
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    April 4, 2022
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    We’re hiring!

    We’re currently on the look out for a Landscape Volunteering Officer, an Estate Supervisor and a Weddings and Events Manager. Our Values are Community, Conservation, Compassion, […]
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    January 18, 2022

    Arnos Vale’s Big Garden Birdwatch

    It might be chilly outside but as many of the trees are bare and the hopefully your feeders are full. Right now its a great time to join in with the RSPB's Great British Bird Watch. If you live locally to the cemetery then many of the birds visiting your garden, will also visiting the cemetery. This fantastic montage by photographer Ian Coombes was sent to us as a useful guide to our birds and we'd love to encourage you to try and spot them in your garden, or the cemetery.
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    exhibitions, walks and classes

    Upcoming Events

    Upcoming Events


    • May 22, 2022
      2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

    Pocket Opera returns to the Anglican Chapel for an afternoon of fun and great music. Including Songs by Female Composers ranging from medieval chant to musical theatre, with much more in between. And, in the second half, the eponymous Pocket Opera, this time looking at some of Mozart’s greatest arias and ensembles from a refreshingly (more…)


    • June 22, 2022
      6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    How do we store the dead when there are too many bones? Practical storage solution, morbid curiosity, or an important way to interact with the dead and contemplate our own mortality? Bones are the most enduring parts of our mortal remains, but the sheer quantity of people who have died in a culture where burial (more…)


    • December 4, 2022
      10:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Free entry all day! Showcasing a host of local craft and produce suppliers from our region. If you are interested in applying for a stall at our May Fair or Christmas Market please complete this application form If your application is successful we will let you know by email, then issue an invoice and give you (more…)