Friends of Southampton Old Cemetery (FoSOC)

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Friends of Southampton Old Cemetery (FoSOC) is found at Cemetery Rd, SO15 7NN

We are a group of enthusiasts interested in the history, wildlife and maintenance of the Old Cemetery in Southampton, Hampshire UK – a Grade II* listed cemetery.

FoSOC was founded in 2003 by John Avery, Veronica Tippetts and Geoff Watts and has two major aims:

  • To uphold the original purpose of the Cemetery, which is to be a place of reflection and remembrance of the people buried there.
  • To support the ecological aims of the adjoining Southampton Common (a Site of Special Scientific Interest), and to treat it with the same care.

During Spring, Summer and Autumn there will be at least one heritage event and one wildlife event each month, however, they are subject to a FoSOC volunteer guide being available. In addition, our conservation work continues throughout the year. Booking is advisable for all the walks to avoid disappointment, numbers are now limited. All walks last approximately 90 minutes and though these walks are free a donation is both recommended and very much welcome.

All the walks are approved by Southampton City Council (SCC) and will be subject to the UK Guidelines.
Please note due to unforeseen circumstances walks/events can be cancelled or postponed.

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Titanic Walks, Saturday–

FoSOC are delighted to announce the return of the Titanic walks for Saturday. Please be aware these walks are longer than the average walk of 90 minutes, they do cover a larger portion of the Old Cemetery.  Please check the website for the next dates.

First walk of the day is at 11.00 am and this walk must be booked to avoid disappointment, there is now a limited number of persons allowed on these walks, either via this website (Book Now) which will be via an email or the FoSOC phone (07538888655) stating this time and how many are attending . Meet by the Main gate end of Cemetery Rd, postcode SO15 7AF

All these Titanic walks are in the ‘Memory of the late Brian Ticehurst’ a great contributor to FoSOC.

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Click here for upcoming events: https://fosoc.org/upcoming-events/

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