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The Temple Churchyard (also known as St Mary's Churchyard)

Introduction

North of the church a paved churchyard has a number of tombs, beyond this is a raised area laid out as a small garden containing the 18th-century memorial to Iohannes Hiccocks, the tomb of Oliver Goldsmith, and gravestones set into the paving.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

Churchyard garden and Church Court unrestricted. Church: open daily but check website for details.

Directions

Tube: Temple (District and Circle)

Owners

Temple Church

Other Websites

History

Period

  • Medieval (1066 to 1540)
  • 12th Century (1101 to 1200)
Features & Designations

Designations

  • The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building

  • Reference: statue of John Hiccocks
  • Grade: II

  • The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building

  • Reference: Temple Church
  • Grade: I
Key Information

Type

Funerary Site

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Religious Ritual And Funerary

Period

Medieval (1066 to 1540)

Survival

Extant

Hectares

0.06

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust