
South Ealing Cemetery Improvements

Photos: Main roundabout before and after yews were cut down; snowdrops and magnolias;
victorian clock mechanism; views of central drive; section marker and volunteer work party.
Ealing Parks Foundation, in partnership with Ealing Council, are working to improve South Ealing Cemetery and create a more welcoming space for visitors.
As featured in our November 2024 Park of the Month the Old Cemetery had become overgrown in recent years, and the Grade 2 listed chapels have fallen into disrepair and are officially ‘at risk’. EPF made a proposal as to how the cemetery could retain its charm and dignity while also being restored to be a lovely green space for leisure, wellbeing and wildlife.
Working with volunteer groups and local residents, we started in the Victorian section (South Ealing Road entrance) and, in the last six months, we have made good progress:
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cut back overgrown shrubs to improve sight lines, sense of safety, and clean selected memorials
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planted bulbs and sown wildflower seeds
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cleaned bird boxes and installed new ones
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restored electricity to the chapels, carried out basic maintenance and a service of the clock and its pulley system
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researched the history behind the cemetery and some of its occupants
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engaged with local groups and people who can help
We have an exciting programme of events for summer 2025 and would love to see people supporting them.
To leave us your views on the proposals, please complete this survey.
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Calendar of events – Summer 2025
You’re welcome to join us – meet by the chapels, South Ealing Road, W5 4RH
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Tuesday 20th May
10:00-12:00
Regular weekday 'hands-on' maintenance or drop in to chat
Sunday 25th May
10:00-12:00
Regular weekday 'hands-on' maintenance or drop in to chat
Sunday 8th June
15:00
Guided tour of the Old Cemetery 'Stories behind the stones'
Tuesday 24th June
10:00-12:00
Regular weekday 'hands-on' maintenance or drop in to chat
Sunday 28th June
10:00-12:00
Regular weekday 'hands-on' maintenance or drop in to chat
Thursday 3rd July
20:45
Bat walk led by Sean McCormack, Ealing Wildlife Group
Sunday 6th July
15:00
Guided tour of the Old Cemetery 'Stories behind the stones'
Sunday 13th July
Clayponds Fun Day - EPF to attend (activities & times tbc)
Tuesday 22nd July
10:00-12:00
Regular weekday 'hands-on' maintenance or drop in to chat
Sunday 27th July
10:00-12:00
Regular weekday 'hands-on' maintenance or drop in to chat
13-21 September
Open House Festival - weekend and mid-week events tbc