Memorial Inscriptions

All 'Avon' church and churchyard memorial inscriptions have been recorded, together with known nonconformist burial grounds and some cemeteries.  The records include some burial register entries for Holy Souls Catholic Cemetery at Arnos Vale, Broadmead Baptists and 18th century affidavits for burial in woollen shrouds.  The index was compiled by Society members, mainly Ron Lewin, over many years.  A copy of the full data is available on microfiche at the Bristol Records Office, and also at Society of Genealogists in London and at the Family History Library in Salt Lake City.  You can use the search box below to help you locate the churchyard or cemetery for the surname you want.  Unfortunately we cannot help you to locate specific grave plots in a graveyard or cemetery. 

For a transcription of an inscription either write to: Peter Newley, 36 Downs Park East, Westbury Park, Bristol, BS6 7QD (please include a stamped self addressed envelope) or email mi@bafhs.org.uk. There are no set charges for this service, we suggest a donation relative to the value to you of the information given.