Zillebeke Churchyard, Commonwealth Plot
Zillebeke Churchyard, Commonwealth Plot, War cemetery at Zillebeke, Belgium.
Description
Zillebeke Churchyard, Commonwealth Plot is a burial site containing 32 graves of soldiers from the United Kingdom and Canada within the village churchyard of Zillebeke near Ypres. The graves occupy a distinct section within the larger cemetery grounds.
History
The cemetery was established in 1914 when the front line trenches of World War I passed through the village of Zillebeke. Its location near the fighting made it a necessary burial place for the fallen during the early war years.
Culture
The cemetery earned the nickname 'Aristocrats Cemetery' because many officers buried here came from noble families of the British Empire. This name reflects the social rank of those who rest in this place.
Practical
The cemetery sits roughly 3 kilometers east of Ypres town center along Maaldestedestraat, accessible via the N8 road. The grounds can be reached on foot and are open to visitors year-round.
Did you know?
Architect William Harrison Cowlishaw designed this plot with unusual features that allowed private memorials, which went against standard Commonwealth cemetery rules. This exception made it stand out from typical burial grounds maintained by the organization.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Ypres).
Bellewaerde
2.2 km
Sanctuary Wood Hill 62
1.8 km
Hill 62 Memorial
1.7 km
Hooge Crater Cemetery
1.9 km
Bellewaerde Aquapark
2.2 km
Caterpillar Crater
1.5 km
Bellewaerde Aquapark
2.2 km
RE Grave, Railway Wood
2.1 km
Screaming Eagle
2.2 km
Dawson Duel
2.2 km
Railway Dugouts Burial Ground
1.4 km
Hooge Crater
2.1 km
Sanctuary Wood Cemetery
1.5 km
Bedford House Cemetery
2.3 km
The Liverpool Scottish memorial stone
2.1 km
First DCLI Cemetery, The Bluff
1.7 km
Kasteel 't Hooge
2.1 km
Hedge Row Trench Cemetery
1.9 km
Gasthuisbossen
2.2 km
Blauwepoort Farm Cemetery
1.2 km
Spoilbank Cemetery
2.3 km
Tuileries British Cemetery
503 m
Woods Cemetery
1.5 km
Maple Copse Cemetery
1.2 km
Chester Farm Cemetery
2.2 km
Sint-Catharinakerk
33 m
Birr Cross Roads Cemetery
1.4 km
Kapel 't Hooge
1.9 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes