Cathays cemetery
Cathays cemetery was opened in July 1859.
The first burial was Maria Dolores DePico, the 25 year old daughter of the Spanish Ambassador to Cardiff. Since then, there have been over 224,000 burials, including many notable Cardiff figures including mayors, shipping magnates, lords and many others who helped shape the city we know today.
In 2006, the Friends of Cathays Cemetery was formed to help preserve the historical legacy of the Cemetery as well as maintain the grounds for visitors. Today the Cemetery is a haven for wildlife as well as being valued for its rich historical legacy. The Cemetery hosts a varied and expanding programme of events through the year.
View a map of Cathays Cemetery
Facilities
- Car parking
- Vehicle access
- Accessible public toilets
Graves available
- Cremated remains
Cemetery features
Opening Hours
Weekdays: 9am to 4:45pm
Weekends and bank holidays: 10am to 4:15pm.
Directions
Fairoak road Site:
Cathays Cemetery
Fairoak Road
Cathays
Cardiff
CF24 4PY
Allensbank road Site:
Cathays Cemetery
Allensbank Road
Heath
Cardiff
CF14 3QY
Cemetery grounds maintenance
We follow a regular maintenance programme in all of our Cemeteries.
We also offer a grave maintenance programme.