Three Cemetery Chapels Preston

Preston Cemetery was laid out in 1855 by the Preston Burial Board. The site of aboiut 18 hectares (45 acres)  has an arched stone entrance to which two lodges formerly stood on either side. The cemetery originally had three chapels designed by T D Barry in 1854-55, which were demolished in the late 20th century. A Jewish burial area was established within the site in 1913. In the south-east corner of this section is a late 20th century brick meeting room. To the north is a Muslim burial area established in the late 20th century. This has a prayer shelter and almost every grave is planted with a rose tree. The cemetery also contains a First World War memorial in the form of a stone cross. The cemetery retains its original design and 19th century planting scheme.

Reference           Manchester Guardian 10 February 1855 Page 3 (Contracts)