COUNCIL WARNS OF LIKELY DISRUPTION AS WORKS START TO EXPAND CEMETERY

 

Field earmarked for the cemetery extension

CONSTRUCTION works have started on a field in Cleethorpes as part of plans to extend Cleethorpes cemetery.

The cemetery, which first opened in 1877, is being extended into a neighbouring field to accommodate future burials.

The project includes the installation of a new drainage system and construction of a new road  to allow funeral vehicles to access the site.

According to North East Lincolnshire Council, boundary hedges will be "improved where required".

The work, which started last Monday 10 January is expected to take about six weeks to complete.

Says Cllr Stewart Swinburn, NELC's portfolio holder for environment and transport: "This extension really is necessary.

"We have worked closely with the neighbouring school and written to nearby residents to explain when the works will take place.

"I should like to take this opportunity to apologise for any disruption caused." 

Access between Penshurst Road and Trinity Road will  be closed permanently following the works.

Residents will  be able to access to the cemetery via Trinity Road, Curzon Avenue or Bentley Street.

                                          

The existing cemetery has now reached capacity