Disorderly conduct in the Churchyard: June 1904

“So many complaints have been made at various times about disorderly conduct in this hallowed spot, and with regard to the wanton damage done by children, who appear to make the Churchyard a playground, that the Rector has been compelled to keep the gates closed, excepting within stated hours.

This, it is needless to say, is not for his own sake, but for the sake of those who do not wish the spot where they have laid their beloved friends to be desecrated.

It is much to be desired that some plan could be devised for it to be open at all times excepting to children, with a proper caretaker always on the spot.”