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Joseph Grimaldi Park (also known as Burial ground of the Church of St James's)

Introduction

Many of the headstones remain stacked against the north boundary wall of the old burial ground. It takes its name from the famous clown Joseph Grimaldi buried here in 1837 and whose railed grave remains in the park.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

The park is open from 8am - dusk.

Directions

Tube: King's Cross (Northern, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City; Circle, Victoria, Piccadilly). Bus: 30, 73, 205, 214, 476

Owners

London Borough of Islington

Key Information

Type

Park

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces

Survival

Extant

Hectares

0.51

Open to the public

Yes