Friends of Crossbones invite you to Crossbones Graveyard for Blessings & Bards 2026 , 12pm – 4.30pm.
The Clergy of Southwark Cathedral process to Crossbones Graveyard to perform their annual Act of Regret, Remembrance and Restoration.
The Blessings are followed by The Bards – performances of songs, music and poetry led by John Constable/Crow. Audience members are invited to offer a performance to honour the garden’s outcast dead, all are welcome to participate.
This is a free event, but please book using this Eventbrite link so we know numbers to expect on the day.
Event timings:
12.30pm: Clergy leave Southwark Cathedral
12.45pm: Arrival at Crossbones Graveyard
1-2pm: Act of Regret
2-4pm: The Bards
4.30pm: Crossbones Graveyard closes
This event is kindly organised by Friends of Crossbones – you can view their website here for updates.