Lerwick Cemetery - Commonwealth War Graves Commission Tour

Shetland

Please note this tour happens on Thursday 26th September.

The tour will tell stories from both wars, including that of David Ernest Hornell, V.C., and also how both conflicts impacted on Shetland.

During the tour you will learn about the history of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and about the heroic actions and self-sacrifice of some of our casualties buried in the cemetery.

There are 42 Commonwealth burials of the 1914-18 war here. There are a further 74 of the 1939-45 war, including 2 unidentified sailors of the Royal Navy and 1 unidentified seaman of the Merchant Navy. There are also 3 Norwegian war burials here.

Meeting point: Inside the gate at the top section of the cemetery, alongside the Cross of Sacrifice .

Facilities

• Limited Access

Additional Access Information

There is parking nearby. There are hilly and steep slopes. Outdoor clothes and decent footwear advisable.

Please come dressed for the weather and in a suitable walking shoe.