The Long Borders, August 2015

looking west

looking east

Sedum Planting

June - in full flower

Urn Field

The shrubs - one year on

New Urn Field

The planting and rail are now complete. The motif of the lit inverted torch, which also appears on the gates, is a symbol of the change that comes with the end of life and of hope for the future. 

The long borders in July 2013

Urn Field

Plans to open the new Urn Field along the west wall north of the former stable are coming along well. The planting was completed in an afternoon by volunteers from Barclay's Bank.

November

For the second year we have been classified as "developing" by It's Your Neighbourhood. You can read the full report on a separate page. 
The planting of the long herbaceous borders was highly praised as was the use of rock plants in some of the lairs.  The borders have put on a good show all year despite the miserable summer that played havoc with the annuals. 
A major criticism related to the general upkeep of the cemetery - particularly details like the unsightly litter bins and the overgrown shrubbery at the entrance. Hopefully DCC staff will be in the position to address these problems. 
Meanwhile plans for the Urn Field are well advanced after a disappointing period of delay. Expect more news in January!