Eltham Crematorium is set to receive a £25,000 facelift for its small ponds, with the work planned for the 2026/7 financial year. The decision was agreed by the Eltham Crematorium Joint Committee at their meeting on Tuesday, 23 June 2026.
The committee, which comprises representatives from the Royal Borough of Greenwich, the London Borough of Bexley, and Dartford Borough Council, approved the plan to undertake a programmed maintenance regime for the ponds located in the North Chapel and memorial garden. This initiative aims to improve the aesthetic and ecological condition of these water features, mirroring the approach already in place for the crematorium's large pond. The small ponds would benefit from a face lift and programmed maintenance regime similar to that put in place for the large pond
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The decision was made as part of the review of capital projects and property maintenance. The pond facelift represents a key expenditure for the upcoming year, estimated at £25,000. The committee's role includes approving expenditures, such as this for the small ponds' facelift, as evidenced by the decision made during the meeting. The full details of the committee's decisions can be found in the Decisions 23rd Jun 2026 document.