Light be the turf of thy tomb!
May its verdure like emeralds be:
There should not be the shadow of gloom
In aught that reminds us of thee.
INTRODUCTION
A lovely secluded area hidden away on Clitheroe Road between the villages of Whalley and Barrow, provide a peaceful setting for our charming cemetery.
Owned jointly by Whalley and Wiswell Parish Councils, it is managed by a Committee made up of Councillors from both Parish Councils. The day to day administration is carried out by the Registrar (contact details are at the foot of the page).
CEMETERY AND PATH SIDE PLOTS
The main area of the cemetery is lawn and given to grave plots. There are two distinct separate areas one side is given to the Roman Catholic faith and the other to the Church of England and other faiths. Path side plots edging the lawn section on the Church of England side are for the interment of ashes as are those under the hedgerow at the Roman Catholic side. The lawn area is cared for by our Groundsman who attends on a fortnightly basis during the summer months and once per month in winter.
WOODLAND AREA
We also have a beautiful woodland area, exclusively for the interment of ashes, which offers a truly beautiful alternative to a traditional cemetery setting. Bounded by a stream, plots are set amongst trees, providing the perfect setting in which to remember your loved ones. Paths have been laid so that it can be navigated and there are benches to just sit and contemplate. This area is left mostly wild, with only minimal interference, to encourage the natural habitat.
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
The funeral director of your choice will make all arrangements with the Registrar for the funeral. The Registrar deals with all the paperwork and organises the interment.
VISITING THE CEMETERY
There are no restrictions on visiting times. All we ask is that children are accompanied and dogs kept on a lead and cleared up after where necessary.
There is no car park as such but there is a turning circle and entrance area, although these may have to be kept clear if there is a burial in progress. There is also unrestricted parking on the main road.
CONTACTS
Registrar:
Lynne Olesinski
Telephone 01254 722811 (between the hours of 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday)
Email: w w j b c@hotmail.co.uk
Chairperson:
Cllr Susan Earnshaw
Telephone 01254 822786
Email: d.g.e a r n s h a w@btinternet.com
