Brockley and Ladywell Cemetery


				Brockley and Ladywell Cemetery

Until 1948 Brockley & Ladywell cemeteries were completely separate, being divided by a wall. Ladywell Cemetery, which was previously known as Lewisham Cemetery, stands to the east of the wall and Brockley Cemetery, formerly Deptford Cemetery, lies to the west.

Both cemeteries hold a wealth of historical interest. Evidence of Deptford's seafaring past can be found in the many inscriptions and adornments on the headstones.

On the day of our visit the conditions were near perfect for photography with sunshine and blue skies in abundance. While mostly overgrown the cemetery holds an idyllic charm all of it's own. I can't describe the feel of the place in words other then to say I found it one of the most enjoyable places to photograph and felt entirely comfortable being there.

Notable burials

Jane Clouson: died 1871. Monument for murdered girl paid for by public donations

Ernest Dowson (1867-1900), poet and Decadent movement artist

Joseph Henry Blackburne (1841-1924) dominated the Chess world in late 19th Century

Horatio Henry Couldery (1832-1918), one of the best known Victorian painters of animals

Sir William Eames (1821-1897), marine engineer

Sir John Gilbert (1817 - 1897), illustrator, drawing for the Illustrated London News and designed a cover for Punch

Sir George Grove (1820 - 1900), first director of the Royal College of Music in 1882 - author of 'Dictionary of Music and Musicians)

Sir William Hardy (1807 - 1887), Deputy Keeper of Public Records 1878 - 1886

Sir Alexander Nisbet (1812 - 1892), Inspector General of the Royal Navy and honorary physician to the Queen

William Stephens (1817 - 1871), Grand Warden of the Grand Lodge of England

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