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New headstone for William Blake

This event has finished Took place on: Sunday, 12th Aug 2018

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Since 1965, the exact location of William Blake’s grave had been lost and forgotten, while gravestones were taken away to create a new lawn. Nowadays, William Blake’s grave is commemorated by a stone that reads ‘nearby lie the remains of William Blake and his wife Catherine Sophia’. This memorial stone is situated approximately 20 metres away from William Blake’s grave. The actual spot of Blake’s grave is not marked.

When the Garridos first visited Bunhill Fields, in London, they simply intended to pay their respects. When they found that the actual location of Blake’s grave was not known, they set out on a journey of investigation. The discovery was the result of a year’s research, and has been acknowledged by the City of London, the Blake Society, and leading Blake scholars.

A rededication ceremony will take place at the new location with a new grave stone.

The Unveiling will conclude with a candle ceremony when everyone will be invited to place one of 191 candles around the grave, marking the 191 years since Blake’s death.’


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This event has finished Took place on: Sunday, 12th Aug 2018

 Free

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2018-08-12 2018-08-12 Europe/London New headstone for William Blake Lost since the 1960s, the correct location for William Blake’s grave has been rediscovered, and there will be a rededication ceremony. https://www.ianvisits.co.uk/calendar/2018/08/12/new-headstone-for-william-blake-180417 Bunhill Fields Burial Ground,38 City Road,London,

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Bunhill Fields Burial Ground,

38 City Road,
London,
EC1Y 2BG

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