Blackburn Cemetery, sometimes known as Blackburn Old Cemetery, is a public cemetery in the town of Blackburn, Lancashire which lies on Whalley New Road with views over the town.
It opened on 1st July 1857.
Famous Interments:
- Frederick John Kempster (The British Giant)
- John Lewis (The founder of Blackburn Rovers)
- George Dewhurst (Blackburn Council Member)
The Kennel Memorial
The Tall Memorials
The James Meadowcroft Memorial
Second Lieutenant James Meadowcroft
The Richard Walsh Memorial
In memory of Richard Walsh, who Died FebY 27th 1877, Aged 38 Years.
Also Selina, Wife of the above, who Died FebY 28th 1927, Aged 80 Years.
Also Edith, Beloved Daughter of the above, who Died JanY 16th 1957, Aged 80 Years.
Nearly Headless Evelyn
A token of love to Evelyn.
The Handless Angel
A Grave Mix
Nearly Headless Gerald
Gerald, dearly loved son of Harry and Gertrude Creatorex, Born June 1st 1927, Fell Asleep Apr ??? 1935.
The Chubby Cherub
Herbert’s Memorial
Herbert, the Beloved husband of Sarah Longworth who died March 31 1909, Aged 30 Years.
Also, Sarah, beloved wife of the above, who died Jan 29th 1959, Aged 78 Years.
And Dorothy, their daughter, who died Sep 29th 1906, Aged 6 Months.
The George Dewhurst Memorial
A campaigner for mill workers rights who spoke at Peterloo in 1819. He was arrested in Burnley and charged with treason which was later changed to misdemeanour, he spent over two years in Lancaster jail. He was mentioned in parliament for “opening his mouth too wide”. In later life he became a member of Blackburn Borough Council.
The Frederick Kempster Memorial
Frederick Kempster died in Blackburn Workhouse at the age of 29.
Originally from west London, Kempster moved to Wiltshire with his older sister. By 1911 he was over 7 feet tall and began working in show
business as a “giant”. In 1918, he was working in Blackburn with the circus when he caught pneumonia and died. The Grave is twice the length of a normal grave.
The Frederick Kempster Memorial
Frederick Kempster died in Blackburn Workhouse at the age of 29.
Originally from west London, Kempster moved to Wiltshire with his older sister. By 1911 he was over 7 feet tall and began working in show
business as a “giant”. In 1918, he was working in Blackburn with the circus when he caught pneumonia and died. The Grave is twice the length of a normal grave.
An unreadable Memorial
The Memorial of John Lewis
In 1875, John Lewis founded Blackburn Rovers with his friend, Arthur Constantine, and both played for the side in its inaugural match on 11th December. Lewis went on to have a renowned career as a referee, notably officiating at the Olympic Games of 1908 and 1920. Over time, John Lewis’s grave fell into disrepair but in 2008 Blackburn Rovers remembered its founding father by paying for its restoration.
The Memorial of John Lewis
In 1875, John Lewis founded Blackburn Rovers with his friend, Arthur Constantine, and both played for the side in its inaugural match on 11th December. Lewis went on to have a renowned career as a referee, notably officiating at the Olympic Games of 1908 and 1920. Over time, John Lewis’s grave fell into disrepair but in 2008 Blackburn Rovers remembered its founding father by paying for its restoration.
A Cross in the Bush
Angel with Wreath
Silence Please
A Resting Cherub
Islamic Style Tomb
The Leigh Memorial
In Loving Memory of Henry Leigh,
Who died May 24th 1869, Aged 75 Years.
Also Elizabeth his Wife, who died Dec 11th 1854, in the 58th Year of her age.
And was interred at St Peter’s Church Blackburn.
Also John, their Son, who died Sep 21st 1888, aged 66 Years.
Also Mary, their Daughter, who died March 30th 1891, Aged 65 Years.
The Duckworth Memorial
Alice, Wife of Robert Duckworth who Died February 13th 1888,
Aged VI Years.
“Peace Perfect Peace”.
The Hindle Memorial
In Affectionate Remembrance Of
Thomas Hindle who died Jan 23rd 1870 Aged 50 Years.
Also Of
Eleanor Eccles the Adored Daughter of Thomas & Eleanor Hindle,
Who died at Malvern, June 29th 1870 Aged 22 Years.
Interred at the cemetery Chorley, July 4th 1870.
Removed thence and laid here April 2nd 1872.
Also of Eleanor, Wife of Thomas Hindle,
Who Died July 11th 1877 Aged 54 Years.
The Haworth Memorial
Memorial Collection
Slightly Headless Herbert
Beloved Husband of Emma Davey.
Died Oct. 13th 1916, Aged 41 Years.
Also Emma, his beloved Wife.
Died Jam 7th 1938, Aged 65 Years.
James’ Memorial
Unreadable Memorial
Emma’s Memorial
In Loving Remembrance of Emma, the dearly loved wife of Henry Hodkinson.
Who departed this life May 29th 1950 aged 80 Years.
Re-United.
The Taylor Memorial
In memory of George Taylor of Witton who died Dec 7th 1857 aged 29 Years.
Also of Mary Taylor, his Mother who died April 30th 1867 aged 78 Years.
Also of John Taylor, her Husband who died April 29th 1854 aged 69 Years.
And was interred at Chapel Street Chapel
