Crossbones Cemetery
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Crossbones Cemetery

Southwark, London Borough of Southwark, Greater London, England

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    Coordinates: 51.50415, -0.09337
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Crossbones Cemetery is located on Redcross Way, Southwark, South London. The age of the graveyard is unknown but dates back to medieval times. It is believed that this cemetery was first used as an internment place for prostitutes on unconsecrated ground. The cemetery stayed in use as a paupers cemetery until the year 1853, when it was decided that is was so full that it was a detriment to public health. It has been estimated that there are as many as 15,000 burials at this site.
Crossbones Cemetery is located on Redcross Way, Southwark, South London. The age of the graveyard is unknown but dates back to medieval times. It is believed that this cemetery was first used as an internment place for prostitutes on unconsecrated ground. The cemetery stayed in use as a paupers cemetery until the year 1853, when it was decided that is was so full that it was a detriment to public health. It has been estimated that there are as many as 15,000 burials at this site.

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  • Find a Grave Cemetery ID: 2330129