Harton Cemetery, chapels

1888-91. Henry Grieves, Architect.
The Chapels lie to the east of the entrance at the centre of the cemetery. An
H shaped plan, the chapels forming the 2 outer arms, the cross-piece formed by the
porch and vestry of each chapel with a grand arched carriage-way at the centre.
All is built in coursed rubble, with ashlar for dressings and decorative features
and with slate roofs.
Designed in a free late gothic manner. [Tudor overtones]
The most outstanding feature is the very tall and elegant tower and spire which
surmounts the central gate-way. Square for the first 2 stages, the archway in the
first. Second stage has narrow octagonal turrets at the angles which rise into the
third stage. Third stage is octagonal with tall traceried openings. Fourth stage
a narrow octagonal stage with pierced parapet. Finally a tall spire.
The whole ensemble makes a good set piece within the now mature setting of the
cemetery. LISTED GRADE 2