How do you mark the loss of a loved one?

It is always difficult to memorialise a life lived, whether long or short, full of achievements or a life less ordinary. The connections and relationships that have been and the memories that we have will always endure. Creating a fitting tribute that will last a lifetime can seem like a daunting task. A headstone is a lasting monument and a tribute to a person’s life, perhaps a final gift to someone dearly loved, so it is important to choose it carefully.

Our Partner

We have a long established relationship with Twilight Memorials, one of the areas leading suppliers of memorials to the funeral industry. Established for over 40 years, Twilight Memorials are manufacturers and importers of high quality memorials, supplying Granite, Marble and Stone sourced from the UK and around the world.

Below is a brief guide to the regulations that are applicable in our local burial grounds and the type of memorial that is allowed in each. Twilight Memorials will be able to give you more comprehensive advice if you have any questions.

Twilight Memorials
Unit 5, Robert Leonard Industrial Estate
Stock Road, Southend
Essex, SS2 5QD

01702 603 593
0800 019 9489

Cemeteries

All the cemeteries allow a vast range of materials and individual interpretation to be used in the creation of memorials. Although the size of the memorial may vary slightly from cemetery to cemetery the design is very much left to the individual client. Many forms of artwork, wording and the use of photo plaques are allowed to truly personalise the memorial.

Sutton Road Cemetery

Cemetery Authority
Southend Borough Council

Types of Memorial
Lawn, Mini Ashes & Traditional Full Kerb Memorials

The Willows Cemetery

Cemetery Authority
Willows Funeral Directors

Types of Memorial
Lawn, Mini Ashes & Traditional Full Kerb Memorials

Woodside Cemetery

Cemetery Authority
Basildon District Council

Types of Memorial
Lawn & Mini Ashes Memorials

Pitsea New, Wickford & Great Burstead Cemetery

Cemetery Authority
Basildon District Council

Types of Memorial
Lawn, Mini Ashes Memorials & Tablet and Slipper style Ashes Memorials

Hall Road Cemetery

Cemetery Authority
Rochford District Council

Types of Memorial
Lawn & Chamfered Ashes Memorials

Great Wakering Parish Burial Ground*

Materials allowed
Marble

Types of Memorial
Lawn Memorials & Chamfered Ashes Tablets

*N.B. Although situated in the Churchyard of St Nicholas Church the burial ground is managed by the parish council. The regulations are reasonably strict, especially in respect of the type of material allowed, however they do allow slightly more individuality in the shape of the memorial.

Supporting You Along The Way

If you wish to have a discussion with one of our funeral arrangers, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We can talk through yours and your loved one’s needs and discuss how we can best celebrate their life.