Millfleet Burial Ground

Another gift for those interested in history

This is an ancient historic site of burial for the Jewish community, the memory of which is being revived and maintained by a small, local, newly convened committee. It is a Norfolk Red Brick walled ...

Historic site which reminds visitors of the mixed cultural past of the town

Fascinating site which was used as a burial ground by the Jewish community in the 19th century. The walls contain stones from much earlier buildings. Sadly, some now think it appropriate to dump black...

Was surprised to find this burial ground here

Did not realise that this burial ground was situated right here in the middle of Millfleet, although it is totally locked all the time, it was surprisingly interesting as it is a Jewish Cemetry

A forgotten piece of history

The burial ground contains the remains of several Dutch Jewish families who settled in Kings Lynn a few centuries ago. Small and unremarkable, but still poignant. It is closed, but a key can be obtain...

Unexpected find

We came across this small burial ground unexpectedly. The gate was locked with no indication of any key-holder, but we were able to look through the gate at the 19c gravestones etc in this neat cemete...