Willesden Jewish Cemetery

❓How did Tesco get its name? Why did the first burial here cause an uproar? And what is the real story behind the discovery of DNA? Join us for a guided walk through Willesden Jewish Cemetery to uncover the lives behind these fascinating stories. 26 April; 17, 31 May

What do Tesco, Lyons Tea Rooms and H. Samuel have in common? Their stories are remembered here. To find out more, join us on Sunday, 3 May, at 11 am for guided walk: ☕From Lyons to Tesco: The Hidden Jewish Stories Behind Britain’s High Street🍦 shorturl.at/9mPbv

We’re delighted to share that Willesden Jewish Cemetery has been recognised as a Significant Cemetery by ASCE. This places us among Europe’s leading historic cemeteries, celebrating our heritage and work in education, community & storytelling. 🔗 significantcemeteries.org/2026/04/willes…

🚶Gentle Walks: Jewish Life, Heritage and Hidden Stories. A short, accessible walk designed for those who prefer a gentler pace, offering a relaxed way to explore the cemetery’s rich heritage. ❗Sunday 19 April, 11 am willesdenjewishcemetery.org.uk/events/gentle-…

All of us at the House of Life at Willesden Jewish Cemetery wish you a Happy Pesach! The Heritage Centre will be closed 1 - 9 April. We look forward to welcoming visitors back from Sunday 12 April. #willesdenjewishcemetery

What do you see when you walk along the Central Avenue of Willesden Jewish Cemetery? What do you hear? Come and find out for yourself! #willesdenjewishcemetery #JewishCemetery #londoncemetery

#OnThisDay, 27th March 1911, the burial at Willesden Jewish Cemetery of Sir Israel Hart, Co-founder and Chairman of clothes manufacturer, Hart & Levy, public figure and founder of Leicester Hebrew Congregation. #JewishHistory #RetailHistor #JewishCemetery

Willesden Jewish Cemetery is a place of history, reflection, and remarkable beauty. From historic memorials to peaceful tree-lined avenues and spring flowers, it’s a special space to pause and explore. We warmly welcome visitors to join our events or visit on your own.

🚶‍♂️Step into history at Willesden Jewish Cemetery. Next Stories from the House of Life Guided walk: Sunday, 29 March, 11 am. Discover the stories of remarkable people buried here, explore beautiful Victorian monuments, and learn about over 150 years of Jewish history in Britain.

"The stars of the world have joined to-day. ‘Mid the host on high none are found like these. The Pleiads desire such unity, For no breath can come between them." by Yehudah HaLevi (1075 - 1141) Translated by Nina Salaman, find out more: shorturl.at/bsU50 #WorldPoetryDay

🌿 #Volunteer with the House of Life team at Willesden Jewish Cemetery & help preserve local heritage. Roles include gardening, research, welcoming visitors and more. Training provided. Learn more & get involved: willesdenjewishcemetery.org.uk/volunteer-oppo… #Volunteers #Jewish Cemetery #Volunteering

Last Sunday we were delighted to host #UnitedSynagogue #Chesed and #HIASJCORE for Refugee Shabbat at Willesden Jewish Cemetery. Talks, guided walks and powerful stories of refugees highlighted themes of refuge, resilience & compassion. Have a story to share? We’d love to hear it.

Discover the stories behind the art world: Join our “Artists and Their World” guided walk on Sunday, 22 March to learn about Jewish artists like Simeon Solomon and Mark Gertler, and influential collectors such as the Duveen family, and their impact on art in Britain and beyond.

Our new Heritage Plaque Scheme is featured in the Jewish News - read about it here: jewishnews.co.uk/willesden-ceme…

#OnThisDay, 12 March 1937, margarine magnate, art collector & philanthropist Henry Van den Bergh died aged 86. Born in Oss in 1851, he helped build the Van den Bergh margarine empire, which later merged with Lever Brothers to form Unilever. A major art donor & charity supporter

Sunday, 22 March: Artists and Their World guided walk and uncover the creative legacy resting in Willesden Jewish Cemetery. We will discover the lives the artists, collectors, dealers and critics who helped shape the art world in Britain and beyond. shorturl.at/MmYsA

We launched Blue Plaques, celebrating those buried here and their contributions to Jewish life. The 1stplaques honour Isaac Moses Marsden and Alice & Henry Lucas. A heritage project supporting conservation for the future. Interested in commemorating a family story? Get in touch

#WorldBookDay #Books about Willesden Jewish Cemetery, books by people buried here, books about those who found their final resting place here, books about the Jewish Community in Britain, books about Jewish heritage, - we have all! Visit us and read all the #Books!

Guided Walk: Women of Willesden 🌷 Sunday 8 March, 11.30. Join us on International Women's Day or a special guided walk through Willesden Jewish Cemetery, to learn the stories of remarkable women whose lives shaped culture, business, education and social change over many years.

Join our Citizen Science initiative on 14 May by spotting and identifying creatures like #bats, #moths, #birds and more, led by experts from National Bat Monitoring Programme and Bat Conservation Trust. #SunsetSurvey