All Souls deserted grave yard in Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, UK


The cemetery is situated a short distance away from the church in Boothtown, Halifax, West Yorkshire and was consecrated by the Archbishop of York on April 20th 1856. The construction of All Souls Church (grade 2 listed building), housing and cemetery were financed by a local philanthropist and mill owner Colonel Edward Akroyd. The cemetery is in two sections; the lower section is now closed and contains several graves of historical interest, while the top section is classed as open.


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Location: Halifax, West Yorkshire, England, UK
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