Introduction
The churchyard of Christ Church Highbury is a triangular plot that forms the northern tip of Highbury Fields. The churchyard is laid to grass, with shrubs around the perimeter, and surrounded by reproduction railings dating from around 1980. Trees include notable robinia, horse chestnut and sycamore. Opposite the church is a fine cast iron and granite clock tower, erected in 1897.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Opening is unrestricted.
Directions
Rail/London Overground/Tube (Victoria): Highbury and Islington. London Overground: Canonbury. Bus: 4, 19, 236
Owners
Church
- History
Period
Victorian (1837-1901)
- Features & Designations
Designations
Conservation Area
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Christ Church; Vicarage; Clock tower
- Grade: II
- Key Information
Type
Funerary Site
Purpose
Sacred / Ritual / Funerary
Principal Building
Religious Ritual And Funerary
Period
Victorian (1837-1901)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust