british cemetry

93sheilak

We spent over three exploring the Cemetry and examining the graves of British service men and women. Most humbling.

RaniaM291

I found this place by accident and ever since I visit it every time i'm on the island. The keepers are very nice people, although they may ask you why you are visiting when they see/hear you come in. Tell them that you are there just for a visit if that's ok, and they should be fine. Their job is to take care of the place and make sure no vandalism takes place, so understand them for asking, and if you wnat, leave them a note and a tip when you leave.It's a place where you feel relaxed, where you feel positive energy-even though it's a cemetery. All the writings on the memorials, all the words of love, give you that feeling.There are many quirky little things if you notice, so keep your eyes open while you relax and take a walk.Don't litter the place, and watch where you step.

claires9090

My Dad and Grandmother are both buried here after moving to Corfu 11 years ago from Newcastle. This place is so tranquil and full of history.

167gillian

a quiet place often missed by tourists but is well worth a visit. I felt so moved as I walked around with the tortoises for company. ring the bell as you enter!

Dineidyn

A peaceful spot to recoup your energy in a busy town centre. George, the custodian ia always eager to chat and show you around. Also has one of the finest collections of wild orchids at the right time of year.

MelR94

Get thepotted history of the cemetery from the old chap who looks after it.Wear as many layers of insect repellant as poss. We were eaten aliive by mozzies !!

JackCotterill

Interesting to visit but not if you have better things to do. Helpful gentleman at the gate and mixture of armed forces and civilian graves.

Clare Chondrogianni

Ive lived in corfu on and off for 14 years and only found this yesterday I was pleasantly surprised its a oasis of calm and peace the custodian is very friendly and helpful. Very interesting to read the stones and absorb some more of the varied history of this tiny beautiful island.

gilly46

This was a last minute visit for us, it is located by the Corfu prison, the gardens are ok and everything seems to be well looked after.

cuccir

An interesting and peaceful site about a 15 minute walk south of Corfu town center. The caretaker/gardener gave an interesting description of some of the sites within it, which really helped. Slightly melancholic in places but a good place to stop at.

eles643

The old chap who is the custodian is very friendly and explains everything well, he even has his burial plot sorted! We don't know anyone buried here but sort it out from other posts on another Corfu website. Some graves from the wars here but also expats who have lived on Corfu.It is off the beaten track but worth it if you want to escape the hussle and bustle.

Weststekker

It was purely by chance I stumbled on this location several years ago. It is such a tranquil place that others may wish to visit. The custodian of the location is only too happy to give visitors lots of information.

968Joke

Even with a navigation system we could not find it. Got out of the car and askEd a local. Nice people but speak almost no foreign language. Walked about and turned back to the car and fresh water. Later it turned out we where very close. We did see the massive wall of the neighbouring prison, though.

chris_tzavaras

If you are a history lover or just a Brit you will certainly find it very interesting, bearing in mind that the British stayed in Corfu (and the other six Ionian islands conceded to Greece in 1863-84) for 50 years. You will see (within approx. 30min) interesting monuments on graves belonging to very interesting people who either loved Corfu and desired to be buried there or people who just had the tough luck of losing their lives there. The sentinel of the cemetery is a very old Corfiot who barely speaks English but adequately enough to tell you some short interesting stories.

india060

Back in May caught the bus to Corfu Town and decided to visit the British Cemetery. Strange place with the tombstones and graves but we found it interesting reading the stones. I wanted to visit to see the wild orchids, only found one so next time best to go back a bit earlier in the season. There are plenty of plants and trees plus wildlife and various stone pots which all add to the atmosphere. Its free to visit so leave a donation to help with the maintenance. We both found it a peaceful cool place to visit. .