A.I.F. Burial Ground, Flers

[Moston]

Was there yesterday - I can report some major reconstruction works going on to the site, surronding walls and many headstones.

The walls are being 'grubbed up' with new foundations being dug - serious stuff.

The overall appearance of the cemetery is temporarily resembling a building site.

I felt I needed to just ping something on here as if you're travelling a distance specifically to find someone here - you'd be a little shocked at the appearance.

Top marks to the CWGC for undertaking this work to make the cemetery last another 100 yrs+.

Simon.

[Ken Lees]

I noticed the works at the end of January. At that time it was just the front wall that was being dismantled.

I'll have a look at the progress on my next trip, hopefully next month.

Ken

[ceebee]

Simon and Ken

Did you notice the type and depth of existing foundations for the walls?

Just wondering, as I have an interest in the original construction details for CWGC cemeteries.

Any pictures would be most welcome.

Cheers

Chris

[Moston]

Simon and Ken

Did you notice the type and depth of existing foundations for the walls?

Just wondering, as I have an interest in the original construction details for CWGC cemeteries.

Any pictures would be most welcome.

Cheers

Chris

Darn it - didn't take photos - sorry. (because it looked a mess)

The original walls ? - type = rubble footings - depth?= about 4ft (under a section of wall of about 5 foot)

The new footings are concrete/steel lattice to a depth of 1.5 meters...look strong enough to put a substantial building on.

[ceebee]

Simon

Thanks for the response.

Given the type of original footings, which would be subject to differential settling, I'm not surprised that reconstruction is occurring. As you say, the new concrete and steel reinforced footings will be much more durable.

Chris

[Moston]

Simon

Thanks for the response.

Given the type of original footings, which would be subject to differential settling, I'm not surprised that reconstruction is occurring. As you say, the new concrete and steel reinforced footings will be much more durable.

Chris

Good news - the chap I took there HAS taken a photo - it shows the new works but it may be possible to make out the old stuff as well. Sadly my home PC is out of action for a while - when it's back up and running I'll post the photo on here for you.

[ceebee]

Simon

That's good news. Looking forward to see the photo.

Chris