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St Mary Magdalene Churchyard, Richmond (also known as Richmond Parish Church)

Introduction

Among the important tombs in the churchyard is that of Sir Matthew Decker and his grandson Viscount Fitzwilliam who founded the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge; and that of Sir Richard Levett of Kew whose estate became part of the Royal Gardens.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

Opening is unrestricted.

Directions

Rail/London Overground/Tube (District): Richmond

Owners

LB Richmond

History

Period

Medieval (1066 to 1540)

Features & Designations

Designations

  • Conservation Area

  • The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building

  • Grade: II*
Key Information

Type

Funerary Site

Purpose

Sacred / Ritual / Funerary

Principal Building

Religious Ritual And Funerary

Period

Medieval (1066 to 1540)

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust