For our February meeting we were treated to a talk by Johanna Holmes, Chair of the Trustees of The Friends of Kensal Green Cemetery. Johanna gave a fascinating account of the history of this, the first of the “Magnificent Seven” London cemeteries, from its origins in 1833 to the present day. In addition to highlighting the conservation challenges faced by those who look after the cemetery today, she gave us a glimpse into the colourful legacies of some of the women buried there, many of whom have been thus far overlooked by history. She finished by outlining future plans for the cemetery, including making it more accessible to visitors via a dedicated app with self-guided trails.