Archaeological sites · North West England
Rock-Hewn Graves
In or near Poulton-le-Sands.
Rock-Hewn Graves — a archaeological in england-north-west, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Heysham Port · 1.7 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Rock-Hewn Graves is a archaeological located in england-north-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
Heysham is a picturesque village located on the Morecambe Bay side of the Heysham peninsula, featuring historic stone-built cottages and significant landmarks. Visitors can explore St. Peter’s Church and the ruins of St. Patrick’s Chapel, both offering stunning views of the bay, as well as enjoy the natural beauty of the coastal area managed by the National Trust.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Morecambe Bay SSSI
- Ramsar wetland: Morecambe Bay
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Rock-Hewn Graves are archaeological sites located in North-West England. These graves are notable for their historical significance and the craftsmanship involved in their creation.
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- Coordinates
- 54.0475, -2.9030
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- Lancaster
- Parish
- Lancaster, unparished area
- Postcode
- LA3 2PR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Morecambe and Lunesdale
- Nearest railway station
- Heysham Port — 1.7 km
- Official site
- heyshamheritage.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/1238273473 (ODbL)
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Heritage railway stations · 0.7 km

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Historic pubs · 0.7 km

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Chapels · North West England
Rock cut tombs approximately 10 metres west of Chapel of St Patrick
Rock cut tombs approximately 10 metres west of Chapel of St Patrick — a Grade I-listed chapel in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
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St. Patrick's Chapel
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St Patrick's Chapel, Heysham
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Memorials & monuments · North West England
Archway approximately 32 metres west south west of Parish Church of St Peter
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Rock-Hewn Graves?
- Rock-Hewn Graves is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode LA3 2PR), in the parish of Lancaster, unparished area.
- What is Rock-Hewn Graves?
- Rock-Hewn Graves — a archaeological in england-north-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Rock-Hewn Graves?
- The nearest railway station is Heysham Port, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode LA3 2PR.
- Is Rock-Hewn Graves a protected site?
- Yes — Rock-Hewn Graves is part of the Morecambe Bay SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Morecambe Bay Ramsar wetland.
- Is Rock-Hewn Graves free to visit?
- Yes, Rock-Hewn Graves is free to enter.
- How do I get to Rock-Hewn Graves?
- The nearest railway station is Heysham Port, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LA3 2PR.