Question 1

Where do we meet for the Key Hill catacomb tour ?

Accepted Answer

For this one-day-only event meet inside Warstone Lane cemetery at the Friends Gazebo in the memorial garden. (Warstone Lane cemetery has red railings, neighbouring Key Hill cemetery has black railings)

Question 2

How do I get to Warstone Lane cemetery for the Key Hill cemetery tour?

Accepted Answer

Getting here: Train and Tram stops at the Jewellery Quarter Station in Vyse Street , Hockley Bus 8a, 8c and 101 from Birmingham city centre to Chamberlain clock at Warstone Lane walk to Vyse Street, Bus 16 &74 to Great Hampton Street. Car – Multi-storey car park in Vyse Street.

Question 3

Do I have to arrive early?

Accepted Answer

Please arrive by 11.20am  to check in at the Friends information stall in Wrstone Lane cemetery & collect your admittance badge , a Steward will walk with the group to meet your guide in Key Hill cemetery for the tour to commence at 11.30am

Question 4

Where do I collect my admittance badge for the Key Hill catacomb tour

Accepted Answer

Please arrive 20 minutes early to  book in at the gazebo inside Warstone Lane cemetery, and collect your admittance badge. A Steward will walk with the group to meet your guide In Key Hill catacombs.

Question 5

What is the duration of the tour?

Accepted Answer

Duration of KEY HILL cemetery interior catacombs tour is about 50 minutes or more depending on Q & A that are encouraged. If you have booked a neighbouring WARSTONE LANE cemetery catacomb tour, please allow time for the tour, plus the walk from one venue to the other. Wise to leave an hour clear.

Question 6

Do you have facilities in the cemetery?

Accepted Answer

A disabled toilet is hired for open days only, this is situated in Warstone Lane cemetery near the Pitsford Street entrance. Donations at the stall are welcome towards the cost of the toilet. There are several, cafe's, bars and restaurants nearby.

Question 7

Does the tour involve walking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, uphill and downhill, from Warstone Lane cemetery to neighboring Key Hil cemetery

Question 8

Are the tours suitable for the less abled?

Accepted Answer

These tours are not suitable for wheelchairs or mobility scooters. Both cemeteries have uneven ground. There are several steps in both cemeteries and the tour requires walking uphill and down hill.

Question 9

Do you give refunds ?

Accepted Answer

No, sorry we do not give refunds for catacomb tours

Question 10

Can I swap or change my ticket?

Accepted Answer

Sorry we are unable to swap or change tickets for catacomb tours

Question 11

Can I bring my dog on a catacomb tour?

Accepted Answer

No sorry no dogs are allowed. If your dog is an assisted dog please contact the Friends www.fkwc.org

Question 12

Are the catacomb tours suitable for children ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Children under 16 years of age are required to be with an adult who has also purchased a ticket. Note, these are dark spaces with uneven ground.

Question 13

Are there any concessions for tours?

Accepted Answer

There are no concessions for catacomb tours. There are concessions for cemetery tours for those who hold a current membership. www.fkwc.org

Question 14

Can I FILM in the cemeteries and /or catacombs?

Accepted Answer

If attendees wish to video then prior permission must be sought from Film Birmingham and a Filming Request Form applied for well in advance.
https://filmbirmingham.co.uk/filming-application-form/

Question 15

What dates are the Friends cemetery tours ?

Accepted Answer

Cemetery tours are on the second Sunday of the month except for December. Warstone Lane at 12 noon, Key Hill at 2pm. Meeting point is in each cemetery. Duration of each cemetery tour is just under 2 hours each. Thursday Evening Tours are held during the spring and early summer

Question 16

Do you make a profit from the tours?

Accepted Answer

No, All revenue from the Friends of Key Hill & Warstone Lane tours, talks & presentations, membership, plus sales & donations are for the Friends Grave Restoration Fund, to repair damaged & broken graves.

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