Opened in 1879, this attractive cemetery contains plenty of mature trees. Among those buried here is 19th century novelist R D Blackmore, author of ‘Lorna Doone’.
Local Wildlife Site
Accessible Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation
Teddington Cemetery
Borough: Richmond upon Thames
Grade: Local
Access: Free public access (all/most of site)
Area: 5.49 ha
Description
Wildlife
The trees here are mostly conifers and ornamental cherries. These provide habitat for a good range of common birds, the conifers being particularly attractive to coal tits and goldcrests. The grass between the graves is kept fairly short without being over-manicured, allowing common wildflowers such as lesser celandine and ground ivy to flourish. Stonecrops grow on many of the graves, providing a valuable nectar source for invertebrates.Facilities
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Coal tit © Paul Glendell/English Nature
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