Victorian charm, wildlife riches and much cherished memorials​​​​​

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​South Ealing Cemetery is a large green space (21 acres) combining Victorian monuments and Grade 2 listed chapels at the south end, war graves and a memorial in the centre and more recent graves and memorials near the Popes Lane entrance. 

Rich in wildlife, particularly at the southern end, the cemetery is abundant in spring with flowers (snowdrops, croci, bluebells), many mature specimen trees and wonderful birdsong. 

Steeped in local history, many communities and people are represented with stories to tell or be discovered. 

Somewhat overgrown in recent years, Ealing Parks Foundation working with Ealing Council, are planning improvements to create a more welcoming space for visitors. For more information and to get involved, see our project page

History 

Formerly known as Ealing and Old Brentford Cemetery, it was opened in 1861 by the Ealing and Old Brentford Burial Board, which had been formed in 1858 when burial space in the parish churchyard was running out. Some of the earliest burials (1861 - 1867) are recorded in the parish register for St George's church, Old Brentford under the heading 'Burials in the New Burial Ground in the Parish of Ealing'.

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The two chapels are Grade 11 listed buildings completed in 1861 and designed by Ealing Council’s first architect, surveyor and engineer, Charles Jones. The north chapel was Non-Conformistnon-conformist and the south chapel, with a mortuary to the rear, was for Church of England burials. A central arch connects the two and was built as a carriage porch (porte-cochere) and includes a belfry. Currently closed and in need of repair the chapels also incorporate a fine clock, stained glass windows and a mortuary. The chapels are included on the Heritage at Risk Register due to their poor condition. 

Why visit?

A pleasant green space to wander or exercise at all times of the year.  Fascinating personal histories or a place to sit and enjoy the peace.

Getting there:

Entrance: Popes Lane or South Ealing Road

Transport: Bus 65 or E2, tube South Ealing 

Facilities: None on site; many local shops and cafes

Pathways: Formal and informal, various surfaces