Article: GBP 12k granted to resurrect graveyards

Historic churches secure cash to repair ancient headstones

TWO of Edinburgh's oldest and most iconic churches are to have their graveyards restored to protect ancient stones from falling into further disrepair.

St John's and Greyfriars have secured a combined GBP 12,000 in funding from Edinburgh World Heritage to allow the specialist projects to begin next month.

More than 50 headstones and memorials will be tackled in the month-long operation, many of which are cracked, flaking or damaged by graffiti.

Conservation architect Fiona MacDonald said: "There has been a lot of concern about these open spaces which are very important to Edinburgh as a world heritage site and visited by people in ...

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