Sheep Invade Holywell Cemetery: Mourners Heartbroken 💔🐑
A peaceful visit to Holywell Cemetery in Flintshire has turned into a distressing experience for many, as wandering sheep have overrun the sacred grounds. Local families are devastated, claiming these woolly intruders trample on graves, munch on floral tributes, and leave a mess behind.
David Pearson, grieving the loss of his beloved wife Paula, says seeing her grave disturbed is “extremely upsetting.” Despite appeals to the local council, he feels the response has been inadequate. He’s not alone. Lauren Jones, who lost her mum at a young age, has also found her mother’s grave disturbed, calling the situation “disgusting.”
The landowner acknowledges the community’s rights to graze sheep but is working with the council on a solution. Plans for a cattle-grid are underway to keep the sheep from wandering into the cemetery.
Flintshire Council has apologised for the upset caused, promising fast-tracked measures to resolve the issue. A heartfelt thank you goes to the community for their patience during this time.
Let’s hope this is the beginning of the end for sheepish visitors in Holywell. Stay tuned for updates! 📸💐