Find out what’s on at Arnos Vale Cemetery – family events, workshops , talks and tours
What's On
July 20, 2026
Free trail: Explore the cemetery and discover fascinating facts about bees at each numbered stop.
June 16, 2026
FAMILY: Come and join us this summer for lots of nature-inspired activities for all the family
April 11, 2022
TOUR: An informative ramble around our lovely cemetery every Saturday at 1:30pm
March 16, 2026
TOUR: Join us to uncover unusual stories ‘buried’ here - stories of murder, rioting, adultery, and much more!
March 16, 2026
TOUR: Join this tour to uncover chilling tales of drownings, hangings, murder, accidents, and diseases.
April 25, 2023
FAMILY: Discover the hidden wildlife of Arnos Vale in free family sessions filled with stories, games, and hands-on nature activities.
January 29, 2026
YOUNG PEOPLE: Hands-on conservation sessions for 13–17 year olds, developing practical skills, exploring wildlife, and supporting the restoration of the site through small projects.
April 23, 2024
TOUR: A rare opportunity to join our popular Morbid Curiosity tour in the daylight
June 15, 2026
FAMILY: Find out about the importance of native plants and pollinators and how you can create your own wild areas!
June 15, 2026
FAMILY: Have a go at making a fire and toast some 'smores.
June 28, 2023
FAMILY: A whittling workshop for little ones
August 29, 2023
SPECIAL EVENT: Join Bristol Film Festival at Arnos Vale for outdoor screenings of The Princess Bride and Batman.
March 10, 2026
ONLINE TALK: Explore how Highgate Cemetery has appeared in film and TV—from horror to Dickens adaptations—and what these portrayals reveal about the cemetery’s history, writers, and cultural reputation beyond its “vampire” image.
June 15, 2026
FAMILY: Have a go at building a den in the woodland
June 15, 2026
FAMILY: Join a bug hunt and discover the different critters that thrive here, then create your own bug hotel to take home.
June 15, 2026
FAMILY: Discover the amazing slowworm and its habitats, then join a craft activity to take home.
April 18, 2023
SPECIAL EVENT: Gather to drink tea, eat cake, and discuss death
March 16, 2026
ONLINE TALK: An illustrated talk tracing the rise of cremation in Britain from the first cremation in 1885 to modern trends such as direct cremation and water cremation.
September 24, 2024
SPECIAL EVENT: Explore historic chapels, lodges, and the crypt, all open to the public as part of Heritage Open Days
March 16, 2026
EXHIBITION: A collaboration between Arnos Vale Cemetery and the Martin Parr Foundation, Michel Campeau: Darkroom (2005–2006) presents the artist's evocative photographs of analogue darkrooms, exploring the mortality of photography through the unique setting of the Anglican Chapel Crypt.
August 14, 2023
SPECIAL EVENT: Remember the life of Rajah Rammohun Roy 27th September 2026
February 2, 2026
A Ghost in the Machine? Spirit Photography, c.1860-1930 Online and in-person talk on 21 October 2026
TALK: An exploration of spirit photography, its rise as a supposed way to contact the dead, and what its popularity reveals about grief, belief, and the human desire for connection beyond death.
March 16, 2026
ONLINE TALK: Exploring the story of the Hancock family, travelling fairground showpeople of the West Country, and the challenges of researching their lives before the advent of online records.
July 7, 2026
MARKET: Celebrate the season at Arnos Vale with local stalls, handmade gifts, crafts, and festive food and drink
September 25, 2025
TALK: Professor Ronald Hutton explores the deep and fascinating history of Christmas, from ancient seasonal celebrations to the modern holiday we recognise today
