Ordering a Memorial
Information on plaques and the Memorial Garden
Plaques
The majority of local memorial masons are familiar with the regulations and requirements for the installation of memorials at Allum Lane Cemetery.
Granite or marble plaques are allowed to be laid flat at the head of the grave. A permit fee is required prior to the installation or re-inscription of a plaque.
- Purchased graves may have two plaques 610mm x 305mm x 50mm (2’ x 1’ x 2”) giving a maximum area of 1220mm x 305mm x 50 mm (4’ x 1’ x 2”) together with ONE vase only.
- Cremated remains plots may have two plaques 305mm x 305mm x 50mm (1’ x 1’ x 2”) or one plaque 620mm x 310mm x 50mm (2’ x 1’ x 2”) together with ONE vase only.
- A child’s grave may have one plaque 305mm x 305mm x 50mm (1’ x 1’ x 2”) and ONE vase only.
- Common graves may have one plaque 305mm x 305mm x 50mm (1’ x 1’ x 2”) per interment and ONE shared vase.
- Plaques may be square, rectangular or in the shape of any recognised religious symbol, provided they do not exceed the above dimensions.
The Memorial Garden
The Memorial Garden and Commemorative schemes give people the opportunity to remember a loved one in a variety of ways. The schemes available are:
Allum Lane Memorial Garden | Amount (£) |
|---|---|
Bench (7 years) | 400 |
Plaque (12 years) | 120 |
Rose | 30 |
Tree | 80 |
Further information on the Memorial Garden and the Allum Lane Cemetery is available.
Please contact Jon Hawes, the Cemetery Officer, to request a memorial or if you have any questions on 020 8207 7497 or email: parks@hertsmere.gov.uk.
You can also apply to Donate a Seat or Donate a Rose by clicking the appropriate link.