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Kensal Green Cemetery

In or near Tyburn.

Kensal Green Cemetery — Cemetery in London, England.

Kensal Green Cemetery

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Kensal Green Cemetery is a cemetery in london. Established 1832. (Cemetery in London, England.) According to Wikipedia: "Kensal Green Cemetery is a cemetery in the Kensal Green area of North Kensington in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham in London, England. Inspired by Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris, it was founded by the barrister George Frederick Carden. The cemetery opened in 1833 and comprises 72 acres (29 ha) of grounds, including two conservation areas, adjoining a canal. The cemetery is home to at least 33 species of bird and other wildlife. This distinctive cemetery has memorials ranging from large mausoleums housing the rich and famous to many distinctive smaller graves and includes special areas dedicated to the very young. It has three chapels and serves all faiths."

Coordinates
51.5284, -0.2241
Established
1832

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