Helensburgh Cemetery

Helensburgh Cemetery is a Victorian graveyard in Scotland that features numerous burials, stone boundary walls, a lodge building, and ornamental gates. All these structures hold the status of Category B listed buildings in Scotland and reflect the architectural style typical of 19th-century burial grounds.

The cemetery was established during the Victorian era and today contains military burials from both World Wars that are regularly maintained. This burial ground documents several generations of local history through its gravestones and monuments.

Among notable burials lies John Logie Baird, the inventor of television, alongside his wife Celia who was transported from South Africa for burial.

Visitors can walk through the grounds independently to view the stone structures and read inscriptions on the monuments. Well-maintained pathways and reasonable daylight hours make it accessible for self-guided exploration year-round.

Several monuments here were designed by Scottish architect William Leiper, including memorials for wealthy merchants and prominent families. These particular burials showcase skilled stonework and decorative craftsmanship that mirror the wealth of those buried beneath them.

Location: Argyll and Bute

GPS coordinates: 56.00200,-4.71276

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:00