Heritage Open Day at Agecroft Cemetery

More than 58,000 internments have taken place across the cemetery’s 45 acres of grounds since it opened in 1903.

Councillor Barbara Bentham, Lead Member for Neighbourhoods, Environment and Community Safety at Salford City Council, said: “This is a perfect opportunity to join us for a day of discovery at Agecroft Cemetery which originally opened in 1903. You can find out more about the history on your doorstep and connect with the past of this great city.

“A huge thank you must go to the Friends of Salford Cemeteries Trust who have worked so hard with council officers to make this event happen.”
The council is also inviting local people to come forward and have their say on the future of Agecroft Cemetery Chapel. 

Agecroft Cemetery Chapel is a nationally important Grade II listed building – which was constructed through architectural competition when the cemetery was laid out in 1903 - is currently unused and at Risk and at the present time there is no solution to bring the Chapel back into use. 

Councillor Hannah Robinson-Smith Lead Member for Culture, Heritage, Equalities, Sports and Leisure at Salford City Council, said: “The chapel is in poor condition and we know there is strong support to bring it back to life again. It could be transformed into a variety of uses including a cafe, community space for events and meetings or for exhibitions, but most importantly as a building for the community.

“The council has some proposals for the chapel, and have been seeking funding but so far have been unsuccessful. Therefore we are asking local people to come forward to try and shape its future. This is vital if we are to save this much loved and prominent Salford landmark. The event is being publicised through local networks and on social media.

“We want local people who want to make a difference to come together with us so please attend the event if you are interested. It is a historically significant building in our city and we’d love to see it back into use.”