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Saturday Walk :change of start time

January 18 @ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

A walk around Southampton Old cemetery and maybe the lakes to capture some interesting shots. 11:00-13:00. Meeting place will be the main gates of the Old Cemetery.

 

As there is a Parkrun at 9:00, parking will be more limited. We have therefore changed our start time to 11:00. Hope this makes our visit easier!

 

 

 

The ground is uneven and potentially muddy/slippery in places. Strong footwear recommended. The risk assessment for outdoor activities is on the club website.

 

This trip is weather dependent so keep an eye on your emails for any updates or cancellations!

 

History of Southampton Old Cemetery

The cemetery was established by the Southampton Cemetery Act of 1843 and was landscaped by W H Rogers, who was a local nurseryman at that time. Parts of this cemetery is Grade II listed on Historic England’s Register of Historic Parks and Gardens.

The cemetery is important historically as a record of the people of Southampton and over the years a great diversity of wildlife has developed in it. For these reasons the cemetery is maintained in such a way as to preserve the diversity of flora and fauna while maintaining its historical interest, and its continuing use as a burial ground.

The cemetery covers 27 acres and has a number of graves associated with the Titanic, Battle of Waterloo, Charge of the Light Brigade, the Indian Mutiny and Boer War.

 

(this was actually taken at Royal Victoria Country Park – but you get the idea!)

 

Address

Cemetery Road, The Common, Southampton SO15 7NN

Details

Date:
January 18
Time:
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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