01-07-2021 17:29 via theguardian.com

Highgate cemetery revamp to fell trees and open views across London

Plan inspired by 1839 painting chosen for reshaping of historic but overgrown burial groundHundreds of “spindly” trees at Highgate cemetery are set to be felled under a proposed revamp that aims to open the famous burial ground to views across London.The first images have been released showing how the final resting place of Karl Marx, George Eliot and Michael Faraday might look in future. Related: Exit through the gift shop as Highgate cemetery woos death touristsContinue reading...
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