Christchurch Cathedral Memorial Garden

A landscaped, consecrated garden designed for reflection and remembrance

With a history that dates back almost 150 years to the foundation of the city, Christ Church Cathedral is an iconic feature of the Newcastle skyline. The design draws its visual cue from the cardinal arch of the adjacent columbarium, with a small hexagonal baptismal font providing the focal feature. A circulating water feature enhances the overall sense of tranquillity and reflection in this idyllic location.

  • Heritage compliance: Designed to comply with State and Federal government heritage covenants.
  • Accessible design: Prioritizes easy disabled access ensuring all visitors approach facing the universal cross.
  • Golden-ratio layout: Mirrors the cruciform transept and nave rationale of the original cathedral.
Memorial Garden photo 2

Photo credit: D. Shearer

Memorial Garden photo 3

Photo credit: D. Shearer

Memorial Garden photo 4

Photo credit: D. Shearer