British Cemetery Tours

Read the inscriptions on the gravestones and try to figure out the region's history at British Cemetery. You'll find lots of intriguing stories among the monuments here.

This burial ground is free to enter, which is welcome news if you're traveling on a budget. British Cemetery is located in Ocracoke. When you're ready to leave, Ocracoke Beach, Ocracoke Lighthouse and Ocracoke Pony Pens are nearby and also worth checking out.

Popular places to visit

House by Ocracoke Lighthouse

Fort Ocracoke Monument

You can learn about the history of Ocracoke with a trip to Fort Ocracoke Monument.

Fort Ocracoke Monument
Ocracoke Lighthouse

Ocracoke Lighthouse

Learn about the local history of Ocracoke with a stop at Ocracoke Lighthouse.

Ocracoke Lighthouse
Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum

Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum
Town and marina of Hatteras in the Outer Banks in North Carolina, United States.

Hatteras Harbor Marina

Explore the waterfront in Hatteras with a trip to Hatteras Harbor Marina. Amble around the area's beaches, or seek out its fishing spots.

Hatteras Harbor Marina
Oregon Inlet Sportfishing Marina

Village Marina

Explore the waterfront in Hatteras with a trip to Village Marina. Amble around the area's beaches, or seek out its fishing spots.

Village Marina
Bodie Island Light Station, Outer Banks, North Carolina, USA

Hatteras Village Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hatteras Village Park, a lovely green space in Hatteras. Amble around the area's beaches, or seek out its fishing spots.

Hatteras Village Park

Best Lodging Options Near British Cemetery

Cozy Island Cottage, centrally located in the Heart of the Village

Cozy Island Cottage, centrally located in the Heart of the Village

Ocracoke NC
Cozy Island Cottage, centrally located in the Heart of the Village
Pet friendly cottage perfect for a couple or small family.

Pet friendly cottage perfect for a couple or small family.

Ocracoke NC
Pet friendly cottage perfect for a couple or small family.
The Anchorage Inn and Marina

The Anchorage Inn and Marina

2.5 out of 5
205 Irvin Garrish Hwy Ocracoke NC
The Anchorage Inn and Marina
Cottage, great for a couple or small family.

Cottage, great for a couple or small family.

Ocracoke NC
Cottage, great for a couple or small family.
The Charter House formally known as The Charter Room. A 3 bedroom house for rent

The Charter House formally known as The Charter Room. A 3 bedroom house for rent

Ocracoke NC
The Charter House formally known as The Charter Room. A 3 bedroom house for rent
Flippy Flop: New construction on a canal. Marsh views.

Flippy Flop: New construction on a canal. Marsh views.

Ocracoke NC
Flippy Flop: New construction on a canal. Marsh views.
CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front

CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front

Ocracoke NC
CanalHouse Private Large Home on Canal Front
Chris and Mabel's: Private I Dog Friendly with Large Yard and Screened Porch

Chris and Mabel's: Private I Dog Friendly with Large Yard and Screened Porch

Ocracoke NC
Chris and Mabel's: Private I Dog Friendly with Large Yard and Screened Porch
Beverly's House: Dog friendly convenient to Silver Lake Harbor

Beverly's House: Dog friendly convenient to Silver Lake Harbor

Ocracoke NC
Beverly's House: Dog friendly convenient to Silver Lake Harbor
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