Key Hill Cemetery, Victorian cemetery in Hockley, Birmingham, England.
Key Hill Cemetery is a burial ground in Hockley with sandstone gateposts, underground catacombs, and winding paths crossing the entire site. The grounds display various memorial styles from different periods.
The site was established in 1836 by the Birmingham General Cemetery Company to address space shortages and meet growing needs. It provided a burial place for people who did not belong to the established church.
The cemetery holds records of 46 Commonwealth service war graves, including 38 from World War I and 8 from World War II. Visitors often come to pay respects at these memorials, which form an important part of the site's meaning for the community.
The site is accessible through the main entrance on Icknield Street or the secondary entrance on Key Hill. Guided tours are available to help visitors explore the different areas and learn about the grounds.
The underground catacombs opened to the public in 2021 after renovations and offer a rare look into this burial method. Visitors can explore this historic way of entombing the dead that is rarely seen in modern cemeteries.
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