Sam Perrin's history tour of Abney Park Cemetery

This tour has been cancelled due to weather conditions. We will reschedule for Sunday 15th.

Led by historian Sam Perrin, the tour focuses on Abney Park's uniqueness – from its diverse permanent residents to the striking funerary architecture, as well as its historic dual function as both burial ground and arboretum since it opened in 1840.

The "middle child" of London's Magnificent Seven cemeteries, Abney Park has traditionally been the final resting place of choice for rebellious, radical and dissenting Londoners. Our general history tour quietly celebrates that spirit in this wonderful community-focused green space.

The tour will last around 90mins. Please wear suitably sturdy footwear and bring an umbrella (you never know). The tour will begin and end at the main gates on Stoke Newington High Street. Please arrive 5 minutes early for the 2pm start.

Speaker biography

Sam Perrin has been researching and leading tours of historic cemeteries for nearly 20 years and holds an MA in Victorian Studies (Birkbeck, University of London). She hopes to pursue a PhD in funerary studies in 2023 and has delivered talks for the National Archives, Museums Show-Off, Camden History Society, Dickens Fellowship and the Museum of London.

Twitter: @misssamperrin

Image credit: @Pastpictorial (Fred Adams)