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Friends of Cathays Cemetery |
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Welcome to the web site of the Friends of Cathays Cemetery. Please have a browse though our pages to find out what we are about. Cathays Cemetery, in the heart of Cardiff, is the third largest cemetery in the UK, covering some 110 acres, and is owned and managed by Cardiff City Council. The cemetery was opened in 1859 when it was designated both as a place of burial and, as space was limited in the Victorian era, as a pleasant environment in which to walk. The Friends of Cathays Cemetery was founded in autumn 2006, and comprises members from all walks of life and interests, who are all committed to protecting and developing Cathays Cemetery for the future. Our declared objectives are as follows: · To contribute, in whatever way possible, including the raising of funds, to the protection of the infrastructure, memorials and buildings in the Cemetery and in their development as a valuable amenity. · To promote and raise public awareness of the Cemetery, with special regard being given to its history and heritage, its importance as a conservation area, and its potential as an educational resource. · To promote the Cemetery as a haven for reflection and remembrance and respect for the deceased. · To work in partnership with the City of Cardiff Council and to involve residents, local groups and Conservation Organisations in the management of the Cemetery. If you would like to join our group, you would be more than welcome. Membership is a nominal £5 per annum to cover our administration costs. Please e-mail for an application form, or pick one up from our display board in the visitor hut near the main cemetery gates on Fairoak Road. |
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Friends of Cathays Cemetery c/o Beravement Services Thornhill Cemetery Llanishen CARDIFF 029 2062 3294 |
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