Gates close at 4pm in the winter (October to March) and at 7pm in the summer (March to October).
Vehicle access
access by St John’s Road. Near St Nicholas church.
Cremated remains
There are special plots available for cremated remains at Newport, St. Swithins and Long Leys Road cemeteries. Cremated remains can also be placed in purchased graves.
Burials
Lincoln's cemeteries
We are responsible for the management and grounds maintenance of five cemeteries within the city.
Canwick Road cemetery
Both the new and old cemeteries
Postcode: LN4 1EF
Vehicle access from Washingborough Road
Gates close at 4pm in winter (October to March) and 5pm in Summer (March to October).
Eastgate cemetery
Postcode: LN2 4AA
St Swithin’s cemetery
Postcode: LN4 1EF
Vehicle access from Washingborough Road
Gates close at 4pm in winter (October to March) and 5pm in Summer (March to October).
Newport cemetery
Postcode: LN1 3DP
Vehicle access from access by St John’s Road. Near St Nicholas church.
Gates close at 4pm in the winter (October to March) and at 7pm in the summer (March to October).
Long Leys cemetery
Postcode: LN1 1EQ
Vehicle access from Long Leys Road
Gates close at 4pm in the winter (October to March) and at 7pm in the summer (March to October).
You can download a map of their locations here.
Cremated remains
There are special plots available for cremated remains at Newport, St. Swithins and Long Leys Road cemeteries. Cremated remains can also be placed in purchased graves.
Please note that the scattering of cremated remains is not permitted in the City Cemeteries.
Burials
Burials can take place on any weekday, except on Bank/Public Holidays. Please talk to your funeral director to discuss any specific needs or contact us
