Brockley and Ladywell Cemeteries

Description

Brockley and Ladywell Cemeteries near Greenwich were formerly 2 separate cemeteries which both opened in 1858. They are characteristic examples of the first wave of Victorian public cemeteries. They are also a haven for wildlife, plants and wildflowers. Evidence of Deptford's seafaring past can be found in the many inscriptions and adornments on the headstones. Open daily 10:00 to 15:30 (an hour later in summer). Free.

Links

• en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brockley_and_Ladywell_Cemeteries
• www.londongardensonline.org.uk/gardens-online-record.asp
• www.foblc.org.uk
• www.nwkfhs.org.uk/ladywell.htm
• www.londongardensonline.org.uk/gardens-online-record.asp
• www.lewisham.gov.uk/myservices/birthsdeathsmarriagesCP/deaths/Pages/Cemeteries-and-crematoriums.aspx

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