RESTORATION
A shortage of funds meant the old Dissenters Cemetery in Frome had become
overgrown and run-down in recent decades. Since 2002 a programme of restoration has
been carried out, the undergrowth was cleared and a new pathway laid.
Over the last eighteen years, much work has been done in order to make all the grave
sites accessible; the front pathway was re-gravelled, and in 2003 a new seat was placed in
the grounds in memory of a former Trustee and his wife, who were members of Rook
Lane Congregational Church. The seat, located behind the Chapel and part way down
the back path, is in a good position for people who wish to take a breather on their way
back from the bottom of the cemetery. A number of visitors have commented on the
peacefulness of the cemetery, despite it being on the main Frome to Radstock road.
Following a meeting in April 2002, called by the Trustees over a shortage of funds and
support for continued maintenance, a transcription of the Registers was undertaken
and copies of these, in a variety of formats, plus photographs, was made available on
CD. This action also raised awareness of the cemetery, contributed funds and
encouraged some people to assist with the maintenance. More of both funds and
especially volunteers are still required. cont’d
To help with the restoration you can make a donation by visiting our Go fund me page HERE
You can also make a donation by bank transfer - HERE
Our target is £25,000 for much needed restoration of the Cemetery. Thank you.
RESTORATION
A shortage of funds meant the old
Dissenters Cemetery in Frome had
become overgrown and run-down in
recent decades. Since 2002 a programme
of restoration has been carried out, the
undergrowth was cleared and a new
pathway laid.
Over the last eighteen years, much
work has been done in order to make all
the grave sites accessible; the front
pathway was re-gravelled, and in 2003 a
new seat was placed in the grounds in
memory of a former Trustee and his wife,
who were members of Rook Lane
Congregational Church. The seat, located
behind the Chapel and part way down
the back path, is in a good position for
people who wish to take a breather on
their way back from the bottom of the
cemetery. A number of visitors have
commented on the peacefulness of the
cemetery, despite it being on the main
Frome to Radstock road.
Following a meeting in April 2002,
called by the Trustees over a shortage of
funds and support for continued
maintenance, a transcription of the
Registers was undertaken and copies of
these, in a variety of formats, plus
photographs, was made available on CD.
This action also raised awareness of the
cemetery, contributed funds and
encouraged some people to assist with
the maintenance. More of both funds and
especially volunteers are still required.
cont’d
To help with the restoration you can
make a donation by visiting our
Go fund me page HERE
You can also make a donation
by bank transfer - HERE
Our target is £25,000 for much needed
restoration of the Cemetery. Thank you.
Restoration