Payneham Cemetery

Payneham Cemetery

Discover the rich history and serene beauty of Payneham Cemetery, a cherished community landmark.

Discover peaceful memorial spaces and beautiful grounds at Payneham Cemetery

Discover peaceful memorial spaces and beautifully maintained grounds at Payneham Cemetery, offering tranquil environments for reflection and lasting remembrance of your loved ones.

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Explore our Park

A community staple welcoming all visitors to reflect, remember, and find solace in beautiful natural and historic surroundings

View the virtual tour

Partnering with cemetery management software company Plotbox, we have created a virtual tour of the cemetery, allowing a more interactive way to visit sites from global locations,

View the virtual tour

Payneham Cemetery memorial options

We offer a range of meaningful memorial options to honor your loved ones at Payneham Cemetery. Our compassionate team is here to guide you through the process and help you find the right tribute that reflects your family's wishes and creates a lasting place of remembrance.

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Marble Cross in in sunlit trees

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.

Payneham cemetery history

Established in 1848, Payneham Cemetery has deep roots in South Australia's Methodist history. Our grounds preserve the legacies of generations who chose this cherished site as their eternal home, including those who travelled from across the region to rest here.

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Visit Payneham Cemetery

Payneham Cemetery is open for 24-hour pedestrian access, offering a serene place to reflect at any time. The cemetery grounds are only accessible by funeral-related vehicles, ensuring the space remains calm, respectful, and undisturbed for all who visit. If you wish to spend time in the gardens or visit a memorial, you are welcome to walk through the grounds whenever you need.

Fri

29

May 2026

Maria Santini

Payneham Cemetery

12:15

Thu

4

Jun 2026

Giovanna Pozzobon

Payneham Cemetery

11:30am

Sun

6

Sep 2026

Fathers Day at Payneham Cemetery

Payneham Cemetery

Visit Payneham Cemetery

If you would like to meet with a staff member at Payneham Cemetery, please note that appointments are required.

We're here to support you

Whether you need immediate guidance or simply want to understand your options, our team is ready to assist you.

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

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

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