Introduction
The churchyard has over 200 memorials dating from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The detached walled Burial Ground, sometimes called the cemetery, was enclosed from farmland in 1857 then on the edge of the village of Bexley. The lych-gate, originally at the main entrance, was moved to its current position and replaced by an elaborate entrance in 1891.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Opening is unrestricted.
Directions
Rail: Bexley. Bus: 492, 132, 229, 269, B12
Owners
Church of England (Archdeaconry of Bexley and Bromley)/St Mary's PCC/LB Bexley
- History
Period
- Medieval (1066 to 1540)
- 12th Century (1101 to 1200)
- Features & Designations
Designations
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Lych-gate to south-west of church.
- Grade: II
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: St Mary's Church
- Grade: II*
- Key Information
Type
Funerary Site
Purpose
Sacred / Ritual / Funerary
Principal Building
Religious Ritual And Funerary
Period
Medieval (1066 to 1540)
Survival
Extant
Hectares
6
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust