Greyfriars Cemetery Mortsafes
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Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers in Edinburgh, Scotland.

šŸ“œ Elaborate cage-like tombs in Greyfriars Cemetery, Edinburgh.
šŸ” Designed to prevent body snatching in the 18th-19th centuries.

Why Go

šŸ’€ Witness unique historical grave protection
šŸ“ó §ó ¢ó ³ó £ó “ó æ Explore a famous Scottish cemetery
šŸ“– Learn about Edinburgh's dark past

Why Avoid

āš ļø Uneven and muddy gravel path to the safes
šŸŒ™ Exercise caution when visiting after dark

Tips

šŸ“ Located on the left side of Greyfriars Kirk, near the main entrance and 'Bobby' statue.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily, open at all hours.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Available nearby on Chambers Street and Lauriston Place.

🚻 Toilets

Available within Greyfriars Kirk during its opening hours.

Last updated 6 days ago

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