Columbarium wall set for Kildare cemetery
A serene cemetery with neatly arranged tombstones and colorful flowers against a vibrant blue sky. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility and remembrance amidst lush greenery.
KILDARE Council has provided updates on local cemeteries within the Kildare-Newbridge MD, outlining recent investments and confirmed planned works for 2026 following motions and questions at a recent municipal district meeting.
Cllr Noel Connolly asked the council what works are planned for cemeteries within the municipal district in 2026. The council confirmed that a new Columbarium wall is scheduled to be constructed at Monasterevin Cemetery in 2026. Aside from this project, the council said that any specific requests for works submitted by councillors will be assessed in the context of available funding.
The council also confirmed that €36,200 has been invested in Barrettstown Cemetery over recent years.
Barrettstown Cemetery was described as a small, older cemetery that has now reached capacity. The funding was used to carry out works to remove trees and shrubbery in order to create additional burial space.
Cllr Heavey remarked on the cemetery’s current capacity, known to have a lot of family plots. He suggested that the council consider including single plots “to be taken onboard.” Meanwhile, cllr Chris Pender sought confirmation that the water connection at St Conleth’s Cemetery is operational and asked what steps are being taken to ensure the reliability of the supply and to refurbish on-site facilities, including toilets.
The council stated that it is reliant on Uisce Éireann to maintain the water supply to the graveyard. It also confirmed that a cleaner has been engaged to maintain the toilets on site, and that any necessary refurbishment works will be considered alongside the planned refurbishment of the Caretaker’s Lodge, subject to the availability of funding.
