2016
SJ8849 : Burslem Cemetery: memorials and boutonniere plaques
taken 7 years ago, near to Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, England
This is 1 of 17 images, with title starting with Burslem in this square
Burslem Cemetery: memorials and boutonniere plaques
Burslem Cemetery
Burslem Cemetery opened in 1879 and covers approximately 28 acres. When opened it was intended to be a "a recreation park, to be used for walking, riding and driving" as well as a cemetery and at least a third of the land was taken up with the lodges, chapel, walks & drives. Only about five and a half acres was laid out for burials.
thepotteries.org links: Link and Link
The fine mortuary chapel was demolished in late 2008 on grounds of health and safety and maintenance costs.