Carlisle cemetery has been closed by Cumberland Council after Storm Kathleen caused tree damage within the grounds. 

Storm Kathleen brought strong, gale force winds to the city on Saturday, April 6 and Cumberland Council has closed the cemetery to assess the damage caused to the trees. 

Storm Isha earlier this year caused damage to multiple trees in the cemetery grounds and forced the closure of the cemetery. 

Funeral services planned for Monday, April 8 will go ahead as planned but the grounds will be closed in the morning whilst further assessment takes place. 

READ MORE: Rotary members aim for 24-hour relay round Talkin Tarn

A spokesperson for Cumberland Council said: "Storm Kathleen has caused some tree damage within Carlisle Cemetery's grounds.

"As we assess the damage caused by the high winds, the grounds will be closed today - Sunday April 7 and tomorrow morning - Monday, April 8.

"We will provide an update when the grounds have reopened to the public.

"Funeral services will go ahead as planned tomorrow."