Friar's Bush

Friar’s Bush Graveyard is one of Belfast’s oldest Christian burial sites. There is a lot of history within its walls. Dating back to the 1600s, the graveyard has played an intriguing part in the city’s history. It is the burial place of thousands of victims of epidemics and famine. Bodysnatchers in the 19th century also stalked the cemetery for cadavers to sell to medical schools. The graveyard is only open to visitors who make an appointment via the City Council website: https://tinyurl.com/3n3anvjf.

You can get a great view of the graveyard from the Nature Zone room on the second floor of the Ulster Museum. This is one of the most fascinating spots on the tour.