Upcoming Events and Guided Walks

Events
Guided Walk: Stories from the House of Life
Nov 24
Guided Walk: Stories from the House of Life

Join us for the Highlights walking tour, bringing Jewish heritage to life through remarkable stories and architectural landscape

Gentle Walks
Jan 19
Gentle Walks

Special guided walk for those who might find walking challenging but still wish to enjoy the benefits of a leisurely stroll

Birdwatch at Willesden Jewish Cemetery
Jan 24
Birdwatch at Willesden Jewish Cemetery

Big Garden Birdwatch, in conjunction with RSPB. Connect with nature and contribute to something significant.

In Person Death Café
Feb 11
In Person Death Café

A friendly in person discussion in a non-judgemental space for adults who want to talk openly about death. All welcome.

The Trees of Willesden Jewish Cemetery - In Stone and Real Life
Feb 20
The Trees of Willesden Jewish Cemetery - In Stone and Real Life

Nature-inspired family activity for February half term

Guided Walk: Retail Giants: Heroes of the High Street
Feb 23
Guided Walk: Retail Giants: Heroes of the High Street

Discover the stories of people who shaped the modern high street and the history behind many of the iconic products we still use today

Guided Walk: Women of Willesden
Mar 9
Guided Walk: Women of Willesden

Women’s themed guided walk at Willesden Jewish Cemetery.

Guided Walk: Pioneers of Science & Medicine in Willesden Jewish Cemetery
Mar 17
Guided Walk: Pioneers of Science & Medicine in Willesden Jewish Cemetery

Ground breaking scientists and renowned doctors buried in Willesden Jewish Cemetery.

Guided Walk: Artists and their World
May 8
Guided Walk: Artists and their World

Uncover the stories of tradition breaking genius and the world of art at Willesden Jewish Cemetery

Guided Walk: Culinary Connections
Jun 1
Guided Walk: Culinary Connections

Join us for the Culinary Connections guided walk to celebrate amazing achievements of culinary pioneers

Guided Walk: Sport at Willesden
Jun 8
Guided Walk: Sport at Willesden

Explore the sporting connections of the Jewish community in Willesden Jewish Cemetery

Guided Walk: Beginnings: the Story of WJC and its Historic Monuments
Oct 5
Guided Walk: Beginnings: the Story of WJC and its Historic Monuments

Willesden Jewish Cemetery: 150 years of Heritage and of outstanding architectural landscape

Guided Walk: Remembering at Willesden: The Two World Wars
Nov 11
Guided Walk: Remembering at Willesden: The Two World Wars

The stories of the people who lost their lives during the First and Second World Wars

The House of Life offers an inspiring events programme based on the themes and stories of this special place. You don’t have to be Jewish to discover a host of activities you can join online and at the cemetery.

Hear world-class speakers, step out for a walking tour, view an exhibition, join a family activity.

We love it when visitors bring their own experiences and stories to share.

In 2020 and 2021 we started offering events by zoom – if you missed them you can catch up on the recordings below.

Past events and recordings

Featured
Mitzvah Day
Nov 24
Mitzvah Day

Mitzvah Day, helping to clean up the Cemetery

Children's Holiday Workshop: Making Poppy Day Special
Oct 31
Children's Holiday Workshop: Making Poppy Day Special

Explore our beautiful grounds, design your own camouflage to blend in with the plants, create the story of an unknown soldier

Children's Holiday Workshop:: Spud-tastic Journey: Potatoes Through Time & Craft
Oct 29
Children's Holiday Workshop:: Spud-tastic Journey: Potatoes Through Time & Craft

Join us for an exciting and educational event perfect for kids of all ages

Guided Walk: Creativity Unwrapped at Willesden Jewish Cemetery
Sept 15
Guided Walk: Creativity Unwrapped at Willesden Jewish Cemetery

Part of Open House Festival 2024, this free guided walk will explore the fascinating history of the Cemetery, which offers a unique blend of Jewish traditions and Victorian funerary architecture.

Heritage Open Day
Sept 8
Heritage Open Day

FREE Heritage Open Day celebration of culture, history and community, exploring culinary connections through a unique walk and fascinating talks

Memorials Restoration Workshops
Aug 18
Memorials Restoration Workshops

Volunteer workshops to restore, clean revitalise the child burials section of Willesden Jewish Cemetery.

Guided Walk: Jewish Communal Leaders
Aug 13
Guided Walk: Jewish Communal Leaders

Jewish Communal Leaders buried in Willesden Jewish Cemetery

Discover the Wonders of Nature: Holiday Workshops for Children - POSTPONED
Jul 24
Discover the Wonders of Nature: Holiday Workshops for Children - POSTPONED

Join us for a nature exploration adventure at London’s most surprising cemetery green space.

Family History Evening Event with the JGSGB
Jul 9
Family History Evening Event with the JGSGB

Join us for a captivating Family History Evening, featuring a talk and a workshop.

Remembering at Willesden
Jul 7
Remembering at Willesden

Join AJEX at the Jewish War Memorial in Willesden Jewish Cemetery on Sunday, 7th July, at 11am for a special Service of Remembrance.