Fromelles (Pheasant Wood) Military Cemetery
A solemn and moving tribute to the soldiers of the Battle of Fromelles, offering a place for reflection and remembrance in northern France.
A poignant reminder of the Battle of Fromelles, this cemetery, completed in 2010, is the first new Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery in over 50 years. It holds the remains of 250 British and Australian soldiers recovered from mass graves, offering a place for reflection and remembrance.
A brief summary to Cimetière militaire de Fromelles (bois du Faisan) -Fromelles (Pheasant Wood) Military Cemetery
- Fromelles, 59249, FR
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Local tips
- Take time to explore the surrounding area, including the VC Corner Australian Cemetery and Memorial and the Australian Cobber Memorial.
- Consider visiting the nearby Museum of the Battle of Fromelles to gain a deeper understanding of the battle and its context.
- Check the Commonwealth War Graves Commission website for information about the cemetery, including visitor information and historical context.
Getting There
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Car
From Lille, take the A25 motorway towards Dunkerque, exiting at junction 7 (La Bassée / Béthune / Haubourdin / Santes). Follow the N41, then exit at M207 (Haubourdin) and follow signs to Fromelles and the cemetery. Fromelles (Pheasant Wood) Military Cemetery is signposted from the main N41 Lille - La Bassée road. When arriving in Fromelles the cemetery is located on Rue de la Basse Ville opposite the church and civil cemetery. The drive from Lille typically takes around 20 minutes. There is a parking area at the cemetery. Expect to pay around €3-€4 for fuel.
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Public Transport
From Lille, take Metro Line 2 to St. Philibert station. From there, take Bus 22R towards Mairie (Fromelles). The bus stop is a short walk from the cemetery. Alternatively, take Bus 25R from CHU Eurasanté station in Lille directly to Mairie (Fromelles). The journey takes approximately 53 minutes. A single bus ticket costs around €2.
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Walking
From the center of Fromelles, the cemetery is located on Rue de la Basse Ville, opposite the church and civil cemetery. It's a short walk within the village.
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