Brandhoek New Military Cemetery

This military cemetery near Ieper holds graves of soldiers who died during World War I. The grounds are well-maintained and clearly organized, with individual headstones set among landscaped areas that invite quiet reflection.

The cemetery was established in 1917 following intense fighting in the Ypres region. It replaced an earlier burial ground and became a memorial site for the fallen from multiple nations.

The cemetery serves as a place of remembrance for soldiers from different nations who died during the war. Visitors can read the names and regiments on the headstones and discover the personal stories behind each burial.

The cemetery is open to the public and easily accessible on foot, with clear pathways between the graves. Visitors should allow time to read the inscriptions and are expected to show respect through appropriate behavior and dress.

This is the burial place of Captain Dr. Noel Godfrey Chavasse, one of the few soldiers to receive the Victoria Cross twice. This rare honor marks his extraordinary service during the war.

Location: Ieper

Architects: Reginald Blomfield, Noel Ackroyd Rew

Operator: Commonwealth War Graves Commission

Website: https://cwgc.org/find-a-cemetery/cemetery/4003808/brandhoek-new-military-cemetery

GPS coordinates: 50.85278,2.78778

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:42