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Ballast Hills Burial Ground - Your Opinions Count: Share Your Views on Burial Spaces - Survey Closed

The BHBG Project invite you to participate in an online survey to capture how people perceive and use burial spaces, with some questions specific to a closed, historic burial ground in Newcastle.

Research Information

As part of the Ballast Hills Burial Ground (BHBG) project, the BHBG Project are exploring how people perceive and use burial spaces, with a focus on BHBG. However, you don’t need to be familiar with BHBG or live nearby to contribute—your insights are invaluable in helping us understand the broader significance of burial spaces and inform future engagement activities.

The BHBG Project invite you to participate in an online survey designed to capture how people perceive and use burial spaces, with some questions specific to a closed, historic burial ground in Newcastle. Your insights are valuable, regardless of your familiarity with the site or whether you live in the North East. By participating, you’ll help them understand the broader significance of these spaces and shape future engagement initiatives.

The BHBG Project are seeking feedback from various stakeholders, including possible descendants, local residents, religious groups/individuals, and the general public. We hope you will consider completing the survey and sharing it with others.

Complete the Survey - Survey Closed

Simply click the 'Your Opinions Count: Share your Views on Burial Spaces' link or scan the QR code to participate. It will take about 15 minutes to complete. The survey closes 21 September 2024.

Contact information

If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to contact the BHBG project at ballast.hills@newcastle.ac.uk

BHBG Project Lead: Dr Myra Giesen

Ballast Hills Burial Ground Survey QR code