Cemetery #23263
Shankill Graveyard
Also known as Shankill Graveyard Gateway
0
documented records
≈ 290–590
approx. capacity (graves)
0.015 km²
cemetery area
Oct 18, 2026
last modified
About this cemetery
Shankill Graveyard is one of the oldest cemeteries in Belfast and was used for burials for more than 1,000 years. It has not been an active burial site since 1958. The oldest standing headstone commemorates George McAuley, who died in 1685, and the gateways and railings are listed as being of historic and architectural interest. For enquiries, call +44 28 9027 0296 or see belfastcity.gov.uk.
Cemetery location
GPS coordinates: 54.605808° N, 5.958500° W Directions in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)
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How big is Shankill Graveyard?
Shankill Graveyard covers about 15,000 m² (3.6 acres), about the size of 2 soccer fields. It is the 3rd largest of the 19 cemeteries we list in Belfast.