The Guyra Cemetery is located on the New England Highway, 4km South of Guyra, 2365.
Once a reserve was set aside by the Department of Lands, portions related to the various religions were allocated. The various church leaders then dedicated each area. For instance, the Methodist portion of the Guyra cemetery was dedicated on 14 December 1898. Trustees from the various local congregations were appointed and these trustees became responsible to maintain their section and keep records of burials. Consequently some sections were well maintained but problems often arose.
In August 1902, the Guyra Argus editor expressed great concern about the general condition of the cemetery. It was claimed that stock graze the cemetery despite there being a secure fence. Criticism again emerged in May 1911 because of destruction by horses particularly in the Roman Catholic section. The State Government passed legislation in 1966 for Councils and Shires to take control of public cemeteries. Despite concern expressed by the Guyra Council, Council took control of the cemetery.
Armidale Regional Council managescemeteries across the Armidale region, offeringburial and ash memorial sites. There are lawn and monumental sites for burials and memorial sites for the placement of ashes.
Guyra Cemtery, Armidale 2365 View Map
Guyra Cemtery , Armidale 2365