If you do not have a strong preference for cross-shaped tombstones or have a need to visit dead relatives/fellow countrymen buried in other cemeteries, this cemetery can actually fulfill the purpose of seeing a typical D-day cemetery of rows of white tombstones in green fields. No need to pay over EUR 40 for tours to the beaches that are swarming... More

We visited the British War Cemetery just after visiting the Normandy D Day museum, it is just across the road. Beautifully kept. More

My English mother-in-law wanted to visit once we watched the video presented at the Bayeux Tapestry Museum. It makes a reference to the Bayeux Memorial where there is a profound inscription: "We, once conquered by William, have now set free the Conqueror's native land" (in Latin). This place is a peaceful and sad reminder of all those young people who... More

The British cemetry and memorial are very different from the American cemetery or the German one for that matter. It feels more like an English garden and so in some ways, a more peaceful place where you can believe the dead can rest in peace having fought and died for something so important. More

We visited the British, American and German cemeteries during our visit to Normandy, and they are all so different. The British one has some quiet seats, plants and flowers around each grave and personal inscriptions from families, which all contribute to a feeling of great dignity and peace. More

We Thoughtnthis museum was well set out and very interesting, definitely worth the visit if you interesting in this sort of thing. More

Went here the day after we visited the American Cemetery. It was interesting to see the contrasts between the two. The American Cemetery seemed Spartan compared to the British one. The well-tended flowers planted at each grave and the additional information engraved on each headstone made me a little sad for the American soldiers. More

My Father is buried here and the Cemetery is beautifully kept. The family messages on the gravestones are absolutely moving. Some of these men were only19. And, we're still fighting. Will we never learn. More

I challenge anyone to go to the British cemetery and memorial in Bayeux and not be moved. Just thinking back to it brings a lump to my throat. It may seem like a cliche, but I cannot find other words to describe the emotional impact it had upon me. Row after row of men who died in the most awful... More