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Dudley Park Cemetery

A rich history and unique serene beauty of Dudley Park Cemetery, a cherished community landmark.

Discover peaceful memorial spaces within Dudley Park Cemetery

We offer peaceful memorial spaces and beautifully maintained grounds at Dudley Park Cemetery, offering tranquil environments for reflection and lasting remembrance of your loved ones.

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Explore our park

We welcome you to discover the serenity of our cemetery grounds, whether visiting in remembrance or simply appreciating the peaceful landscape.

Native Rock Garden

Surrounded by Kangaroo Paws, Grevilleas, and Correas, the Native Rock Garden is a tranquil space where nature and memory intertwine. These native plants attract local birdlife, such as Rainbow Lorikeets and New Holland Honeyeaters, adding a living presence to this peaceful setting.

Native Rock Garden

Dudley Park Cemetery memorial options

We offer a range of meaningful memorial options to honor your loved ones, from traditional headstones and family plots to cremation memorials and garden plaques. Our team can assist with finding the option that feels correct for your family.

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Our committment to the environment and sustainability

We're committed to environmental sustainability while maintaining beautiful spaces for reflection. Our initiatives include solar power, comprehensive recycling, and transitioning to an electric maintenance fleet. Through continuous innovation, we're building a greener legacy for future generations.

Dudley Park history preserving stories, honouring legacies

Discover the rich heritage of Dudley Park Cemetery, dating back to 1845. From its origins as Caroline Square and the first Methodist church outside central Adelaide to its transformation into the peaceful sanctuary it is today, our grounds hold centuries of local history and the legacies of generations who shaped our community.

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Events & Upcoming Services

We host meaningful community events throughout the year and welcome you to attend

Fri

29

May 2026

Maria Santini

Payneham Cemetery

12:15

Thu

4

Jun 2026

Giovanna Pozzobon

Payneham Cemetery

11:30am

Fri

12

Jun 2026

Professir Peter Buckskin

Dudley Park Cemetery

15:00

Sun

6

Sep 2026

Fathers Day at Dudley Park Cemetery

Dudley Park Cemetery

Sun

6

Sep 2026

Fathers Day at Payneham Cemetery

Payneham Cemetery

Visit Dudley Park Cemetery

If you would like to meet with a staff member at Dudley Park Cemetery, please note that appointments are preferred.

Address:

Exeter Terrace, Dudley Park SA 5008

Visiting hours:

Monday - Sunday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Foot Traffic available at all times

Office hours:

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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Honouring Lives with Dignity and Respect

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the Adelaide plains and pay respect to elders past and present. We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship with the land. We acknowledge that they are of continuing importance to the Kaurna people living today

© 2026

The Trustee for Payneham and Dudley Park Cemeteries Trust Inc. All rights reserved.

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