How about a tranquil escape in the heart of London? We find it here at Kemnal Park Cemetery. It is a place of peace and remembrance. Kemnal Park Cemetery opened in October 2013. The Mayor of Bromley, Cllr Ernest Noad, officiated.
This privately owned cemetery spans 55 acres. Kemnal Park offers 30,000 burial plots. You will also find a garden of remembrance here. A non-denominational chapel provides solace. Car parking makes visits easier.
Near the entrance stands a unique monument. It honors the Unknown Parishioner of the Borough of Southwark. Their remains came from the former St Saviour’s Almshouse burial ground. This happened during the Thameslink Programme rail project.
Kemnal Park Cemetery is not just a burial ground. It is a site of special interest. Ancient woodland and diverse bird life thrive here.
Did you know Kemnal Park led the way in cemetery technology? In April 2014, it became the first UK cemetery to offer live web streaming of services. Now, families can participate remotely.
The cemetery sits on the former Kemnal House Estate. Houses stood here from 1250. The last house burned down in 1964. The site remained derelict until the cemetery’s construction.
GreenAcres Kemnal Park serves all faiths and communities. The tranquil environment helps families during sad times. The burial chapel can seat 160 attendees. It is available for services.
Kemnal Park Cemetery offers grave leases from 50 years. A coffin interment costs £1595 for residents. It costs £1695 for non-residents. A casket interment costs £1695 for all. Coffin grave purchases cost £3995. Casket grave purchases cost £5995. The burial chapel costs an additional £795.
Kemnal Park Cemetery stands as a testament to life. It embraces both history and innovation. As we leave, remember this tranquil space. It is a place of reflection.