Introduction
Features of the Cemetery include wrought iron gates, walks, a chapel and a lodge.
The Cemetery is situated to the north of the village church and reached by a well-maintained footpath passing medieval cottages and then over a humped backed cast iron bridge, over the river Kym, which flows round the north of the town. The site comprises nearly one hectare, with access through fine wrought iron gates and railings between the decorative brick Mortuary Chapel and the Lodge.
In 1860, the Cemetery had a central and perimeter walk. The original plantings of conifers—cedar of Lebanon, redwoods, cypresses, yews and incense cedars—are now mature specimens, forming a botanical collection still to be admired by visitors on their Sunday walk.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
http://www.visionwebsites.co.uk/Contents/Text/Index.asp?SiteId=546&SiteExtra=13173999&TopNavId=564&NavSideId=6147
- History
The Cemetery was laid out around 1860.
Period
- Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
- Victorian (1837-1901)
- Features & Designations
Features
- Walk
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- Gate Lodge
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- Chapel
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- Path
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- Key Information
Type
Funerary Site
Purpose
Sacred / Ritual / Funerary
Period
Post Medieval (1540 to 1901)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Kimbolton
- References
Contributors
Cambridgeshire Gardens Trust