Friends of Cathcart Cemetery

07/08/2026

What a privilege. Cathcart local Pamela was lucky enough to see these beauties in the Cemetery.

Image description: two deer peeping from between grave stones.

11/07/2026

Hello all,

We are running our next tour on Saturday 18 July 2026 for anyone interested in coming along. It would be great to see some of you there.

Booking is free (donations are welcome) and essential.

Join the Friends of Cathcart Cemetery for a free tour of the Cemetery. Uncover the hidden stories and lives of the people buried there.

04/07/2026

https://youtu.be/dKHzurCVnqw?is=NNIYvIXvJ3JA2hGU

Love the light in the Cemetery this time of year. And listen to the bird song.

In this video I visit Cathcart Cemetery in Glasgow's southside. I ...

22/06/2026

Fancy volunteering with the Friends?

Come and see us tonight for chat about how you can help.

We can't offer volunteer opportunities working in the Cemetery, but you could help us fix.

We're looking for people to help with social media, comms and marketing, conservation (heritage and natural), and community engagement.

If you're interested in any of these areas, come along for a chat.

20/06/2026

There are still a few spaces if anyone else is interested and available.

Join the Friends of Cathcart Cemetery for a free tour of the Cemetery. Uncover the hidden stories and lives of the people buried there.

18/06/2026

One of the strongest themes from the survey is the question of rewilding and wildness.

Many people value the Cemetery’s natural, slightly untamed character. It is seen as part of its beauty, atmosphere, and biodiversity; something that makes it feel alive and different from more managed green spaces.

At the same time, others express concern about overgrowth, accessibility, and a sense of neglect.

13/06/2026

Hello all,

We are running our next tour on Saturday 20 June 2026 for anyone interested in coming along. It would be great to see some of you.

Booking is free (donations are welcome) and essential.

Join the Friends of Cathcart Cemetery for a free tour of the Cemetery. Uncover the hidden stories and lives of the people buried there.

11/06/2026

We asked people to describe how the Cemetery makes them feel. The responses were varied, thoughtful, and sometimes complex.

Common themes included:
• Reflectiveness
• Serenity and peacefulness
• Gratitude
• Curiosity
• Respect
• Sadness (often linked to concerns about neglect)

Many respondents described a strong emotional and historical connection to the space, alongside worries about maintenance, overgrowth, and the condition of the site.

01/06/2026

Want to know more about volunteering with the Friends of Cathcart Cemetery? Why not drop in for a chat on Monday 22 June, 7.30 pm to 9 pm, at Cathcart Baptist Church on Merrylee Road.

20/05/2026

To celebrate Cemetery Week, join us on Saturday 06 June for a free tour of the Cemetery.

Booking is free (donations are welcome) and essential.

Join the Friends of Cathcart Cemetery for a free tour of the Cemetery. Uncover the hidden stories and lives of the people buried there.