History of Streatham Cemetery

Spring 2013

Restoring the Anglican Chapel for Community Use

One of the beautiful Chapels in the Cemetery is derelict and we want to restore it for use by the community.  We are working with Lambeth Council to repair the roof and windows and with community partners, who have offered the Friends both their time and money. If you would like more information or would like to get involved in this exciting project, please contact the This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Under the Metropolitan Burial Act of 1852, in response to the second cholera epidemic of 1848-49, the Streatham Burial Board acquired the land in what was then countryside. With two lodges and two mirror image chapels built in the Gothic style by William Newton-Dunn, the Cemetery opened for burials in 1894.

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The Friends are working with Lambeth Council to repair and re-roof the derelict chapel and develop it as a community resource and a hub for local activities. What kind of activities? Get involved and help us plan.