Free Entry
Among the largest sepulchral chapels attached to any English church, this cruciform mausoleum houses a remarkable sequence of 17 sculpted and effigied monuments, spanning nearly two and a half centuries (1614-1859), to the De Grey family of Wrest Park.
Read more about the history of the mausoleum.
Before You Go
Opening Times: The mausoleum is attached to Flitton Church, St John the Baptist, and is accessed via its nave. The mausoleum is open from 2pm to 4pm generally the first Sunday of the month from April to September and the occasional mid-summer Wednesday. The confirmed dates for 2025 will be listed here shortly.
Volunteers are on hand at these times and will be very happy to answer visitors' questions and share their knowledge about the mausoleum and the De Grey family. 2025 dates are to be confirmed.
Audio tour: There is an audio tour for the mausoleum and we advise that it is downloaded prior to your visit as the mobile network signal strength in the mausoleum and the church is rather variable - click here for information about the tour and to download it.
Parking: There is no car park at the church but there is limited on-street parking available on surrounding streets.
Facilities: There are no facilities at the church but there is a pub in the village and more options in either Flitwick or Ampthill.
Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
Plan a Great Day Out
If you are looking for things to do in the area, less than two miles away, in the pretty village of Silsoe, lies Wrest Park. Previously home to the De Grey family, with dazzling parterres and fragrant borders, sweeping views and woodland walks, it's a real treat for the senses. Once you've explored some of its 90 acres and 300 years of garden history, treat yourself to something tasty at the café, learn more about Wrest at War in the exhibition, or let the kids run off some steam in the playground.