A Jewish cemetery in Dalston is being refurbished and will open to the public for the first time
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from Time Out London1 week ago
Balls Pond Cemetery in Dalston, a key site in British Jewish history, is set for a £190,731 restoration funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Opened in 1854 and closed since 1951, the cemetery will see its nearly 200-year-old memorials restored to serve as a cultural and educational resource. Home to over 1,000 graves, including notable Jews, the cemetery has suffered from neglect. Islington Council aims to engage the community while addressing biodiversity and preserving history, ensuring the site remains relevant and beneficial to all.
"We aim to revitalise the cemetery, engage the local community and bring attention to an often-overlooked part of British-Jewish history."
Time Out Londonhttps://www.timeout.com/london/news/a-jewish-cemetery-in-dalston-is-being-refurbished-and-will-open-to-the-public-for-the-first-time-012325
"This project is not just about preservation - it's about restoring a vital community asset and ensuring the site becomes a resource that benefits all communities."
Time Out Londonhttps://www.timeout.com/london/news/a-jewish-cemetery-in-dalston-is-being-refurbished-and-will-open-to-the-public-for-the-first-time-012325
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