Audlem Cemetery – Part III – Today

Ed – this is the third part of a three part history of Audlem Cemetery

The Cemetery today

I took on the task of running the cemetery in late 2000 – following the sudden death and untimely of my wife Joan – I replaced Maureen Mayne.

Overall we have aimed for a lawn effect with the old style graves with curbs being lifted and not replaced as and when we are able.
In total we have some 2500 graves – some taken and some booked in advance. There are those who bought their plots many years ago at the then price ruling , and this action lasts forever. Today's fees are available from myself.
We serve the parishes of Audlem, Hankelow, Buerton, Newhall , Lightwood Green , Dodcott cum Wilkesley and Burleydam .
The Committee is made up of representatives from all the listed parishes.

It is of interest to note the fine trees that adorn the front lawns of the cemetery. The truly magnificent Lebanese Cedar was planted around 1750 – a time of Capability Brown when the planting of such specimen trees was desired so much by stately homes .Also the grand Lime tree by the tool shed was planted in about 1810 – when King George III was ruling Great Britain.
Lots of history and peace here. A fine place to have a walk round. And very good for the wildlife as they are in the main undisturbed.
We have a team of just two who maintain the high standard we demand plus a caretaker who opens and closes the front gates .

If you wish any help in any way do contact me .

My contact details are
07813 820157 rjw@notrubraw.com