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Scarborough Cemetery

Scarborough Cemetery is set in a stunning headland location overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Burials at this site date back to the 1890s.

The cemetery grounds gently slope towards spectacular coastal cliffs and pristine beaches.

View a map of Scarborough Cemetery  PDF, 71.17 KB

Parking

Some parking is available on roads within the cemetery.

Public Transport

Scarborough Cemetery is approximately 900 metres, or a 12 minute walk, from Wombarra Train Station.

The nearest bus stop is approximately 170 metres, or a 2 minute walk away, on Lawrence Hargrave Drive, near Denmark Street.

See the Transport for NSW website for train or bus trip planning details.

Moving through the site

  • There are grassed pathways throughout the cemetery
  • Some of the northern parts of the site have sloping or uneven land that may be difficult for people using wheelchairs or mobility aids.

Toilets

  • There are no public toilets at this cemetery
  • An accessible toilet is available nearby, at Wombarra Pool / Beach, at the end of Reef Avenue.

Scarborough Cemetery is open:

  • 6am to 5.30pm during standard time
  • 6am to 7pm during daylight savings time.

Pedestrian access is available during daylight hours.

Memorial options

Burials

There are only limited, at-need burial sites available at this location. Conditions apply; please contact us to discuss burials at this cemetery.

Please see the Our Site Rules page for conditions that apply to people visiting or maintaining our cemeteries and gardens.