Cottenham Dissenters' Cemetery

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Cottenham Dissenters' Cemetery

Established in 1845 by the Nonconformist Churches. Registered Charity no. 1160345.

Today, managed by a dedicated group of volunteer trustees as a charitable organisation for the benefit of all in Cottenham.

07/11/2025

In this week of remembrance we’ve placed temporary markers on the war graves within the cemetery, to help visitors identify and honour those who served and gave their lives during the two World Wars. Do take a look if you’re passing.

The cemetery contains three Commonwealth War Graves, along with Non-Commemorative and Family graves bearing inscriptions to loved ones who died are buried in war graves overseas. You can download the information displayed on the gate here:https://cottenhamcemetery.co.uk/wargraves.pdf

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them."

21/09/2025

A big THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for our Heritage Open Day yesterday. We had a wonderful time meeting so many lovely people and sharing the history and stories of some of those laid to rest here. Visitors came from near and far, some with family connections, others travelling specially to be with us. We hope you all enjoyed visiting as much as we enjoyed welcoming you.

Our special thanks go to Cottenham Village Society for joining us for the day, and to local artist Rob Ellis for kindly displaying his beautiful painting.

Finally, we are grateful to all the trustees, volunteers, and our supporters whose hard work made the day possible. Thank you all!

16/09/2025

This year marks 180 years since Cottenham Dissenters' Cemetery was established by the Nonconformist churches. Formally opened on 12 June 1845, it has long served as a place of rest and remembrance for the local community, with around 4,000 individuals recorded in its register.

Join us on Saturday 20th September, 10.30am - 4.30pm, and explore its origins and rich history. Discover the life stories of some of those laid to rest here, learn about the war graves, uncover the meanings behind Victorian grave symbols, and see our historic funeral bier on display. Cottenham Village Society will also be with us for the day.

More info - www.cottenhamcemetery.co.uk/heritageday

07/09/2025

Delighted to be sharing this beautiful watercolour of the Dissenters' Cemetery, painted recently by Cottenham artist Rob Ellis.

We’re also hoping to have the painting on display at our forthcoming Heritage Open Days event on Saturday, 20th September. More info - cottenhamcemetery.co.uk/heritageday

Many thanks again to Rob for kindly allowing us to share this wonderful piece. Visit - instagram.com/rob_in_cottenham to see more of his art.

Address

Lambs Lane
Cottenham
CB248TB

Website

http://cottenhamcemetery.co.uk/

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