Specialist tree removal works are scheduled to take place at Tottenham Cemetery in north London on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November, following the fall of a tree that has damaged a neighbouring tree and several memorials.
The works are being organised by CGM, with the decision to carry out the operation over the weekend made following discussions with local councillor Ibrahim Ali. The aim is to minimise disruption to residents, many of whom use the cemetery as a route to work or school during the week.
Krystian Ostrowski, Regional Operations Partner for CGM’s London and South East Region, confirmed the planned works in a message to the Friends of Tottenham Cemetery.
Specialist Equipment to Minimise Further Damage
The operation will involve the careful removal of the fallen tree, which has affected a neighbouring tree and surrounding memorials.
Contractors will initially remove the smaller branches before proceeding with the main trunk. Specialist equipment will be used throughout the operation to minimise further disturbance to the site.
Ostrowski said he had personally inspected the affected area and taken photographs documenting its condition ahead of the works.
Particular care will be taken around nearby memorials and plaques. Any displaced items will be returned to their original positions as accurately as reasonably possible.
Temporary Restrictions to Cemetery Access
For safety reasons, certain areas of the cemetery will be temporarily cordoned off while the works are underway. Machinery will access the site through the main cemetery gates.
The cemetery will remain accessible to visitors wherever it is safe to do so.
The grounds team is expected to display notices around the cemetery entrance to inform visitors of the scheduled works and any temporary restrictions.
Although the operation is scheduled to take place over the weekend of 14 and 15 November, the works may continue into the following week, depending on progress.
Information for Local Residents and Visitors
CGM has asked the Friends of Tottenham Cemetery to share the information with its members and the wider community to ensure visitors are aware of the planned intervention.
The works are intended to address the damage caused by the fallen tree while ensuring the safety of cemetery visitors and protecting the surrounding memorials.
Residents and visitors are advised to pay attention to the notices displayed at the cemetery gates and to respect any temporary safety barriers during the operation.