Wimborne Road Cemetery

Wimborne Road Cemetery is a Victorian burial ground spanning 9.5 hectares with formal avenues that meet at a central chapel. The site is divided into four main burial sections and bordered by mature trees that frame the orderly layout.

The cemetery was established in 1878 and designed by architect Christopher Crabb Creeke as a Victorian burial ground. A notable feature is the Russell-Cotes family mausoleum, which reflects the prominence of the family in local history.

The grounds hold 86 Commonwealth war graves from both World Wars and serve as a burial place for former mayors and notable residents of Bournemouth. Visitors can trace local history through the graves and monuments scattered across the grounds.

The main entrance at Rush Corner connects Wimborne Road and Charminster Road, providing daily visitor access until dusk in winter or 8 PM in summer. The grounds are easy to navigate on foot, with formal pathways creating clear routes through the different sections.

Chief Inspector Frederick Abberline, known for leading investigations into the Jack the Ripper case, rests among approximately 43,000 individuals interred here. His presence links this quiet site to one of Britain's most infamous criminal cases.

Location: Bournemouth

Location: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Inception: 1878

Website: https://wimbornecemetery.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 50.73422,-1.87314

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:21