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Moggie

Moggie Report 29 Jan 2007 18:17

Hi found this bit of info about the cemetery. The book mentioned by Hugh Meller was written in 1993. Maureen Hackney Cemetery, Lauriston Road, London E9: (United Synagogue) (disused) +44 20 8985 1527: Purchased by the Hambro Synagogue in 1788, this ground is situated in Lauriston Road (formerly Grove St.), a little to the north of Royal Gate East, Victoria Park, Hackney. It was closed by Order of Council in 1886. The cemetery books kept by the Hambro Synagogue secretary, except for 1788-1813. Books do not list gravesites. In addition, many entries lack dates. Vandalism has destroyed many headstones. Those still intact are mostly illegible. '2.25 acres; not entirely enclosed by high walls grassed rather than cindered.' (Text quoted from book London Cemeteries by Hugh Meller). Hackney Cemetery (Orthodox), Lauriston Road (1788-1886)

juma

juma Report 29 Jan 2007 17:48

Does anyone know Lauriston Road. My ggg grandfather and ggg grandmother are buried there in the Jewish Cemetery which used to be part of the Hambro Synagogue. I have spoken to a person in Hackney council who was surprised to know there was a cemetery in Lauriston Road! I do know its still there but not in what state it is in. If anyone has a local knowledge can you tell me if it is all overgrown or is it possible to walk around it. As the council were unaware of it I was wondering if it was tucked away behind other buildings etc and neglected. Thanks julie