Introduction
North of the church a paved churchyard has a number of tombs, beyond this is a raised area laid out as a small garden containing the 18th-century memorial to Iohannes Hiccocks, the tomb of Oliver Goldsmith, and gravestones set into the paving.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Churchyard garden and Church Court unrestricted. Church: open daily but check website for details.
Directions
Tube: Temple (District and Circle)
Owners
Temple Church
- History
Period
- Medieval (1066-1540)
- 12th Century
- Features & Designations
Designations
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: statue of John Hiccocks
- Grade: II
The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building
- Reference: Temple Church
- Grade: I
- Key Information
Type
Burial Ground
Purpose
Ornamental Garden
Principal Building
Churchyard
Period
12th Century
Survival
Extant
Hectares
0.06
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust