Kensal Green, (also known as All Souls Cemetery), London, England
Record Id: 1896
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Brief description of site
The site, which now occupies about 25 hectares, includes Kensal Green Crematorium and crematorium gardens. Features include an Anglican and a Non-conformist chapel, centre avenue, colonnade and catacombs. The basic design of the cemetery is as an informal landscape park with a number of formal features.
Brief history of site
The General Cemetery Company, formed in 1830, bought the land in 1832. It was designed as a garden cemetery. The buildings were designed by John Griffith, the planting being carried out by Hugh Ronalds. The layout of the cemetery was based on plans by Griffith, with modifications by Richard Forrest. The cemetery was consecrated on 24 January 1833.
Location information:
Address: Kensal Green Cemetery, Harrow Road, Kensal Green, London, W10 4RA
Locality: London
Local Authorities:
Greater London; Kensington and Chelsea
Historical County: Middlesex
| OS Landranger Map Sheet Number: | 176 | Grid Ref: | TQ231825 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latitude: | 51.528 | Longitude: | -0.2268442 |
Directions:
Kensal Green Station - main line and Underground.
Key information:
Form of site: cemetery
Purpose of site: cemetery
Context or principal building: chapel
Site first created: 1832 to 1833
Main period of development: Early 19th century
Survival: Extant
Site Size (Hectares): 25
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