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Foster Hill Cemetery Heritage Open Day

Step back into Bedford’s past at Foster Hill Road Cemetery as part of Heritage Open Days on Saturday 19th September.

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the historic Victorian cemetery chapel and discover fascinating stories from Bedford’s history, with special access to cemetery records dating from 1855 onwards.

A fascinating chance for local history enthusiasts, family historians and anyone curious to discover more about Bedford’s heritage.

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