We will approve most types of stone memorials for installation in our cemeteries.
An application form for all proposed memorials and inscriptions must be submitted to Eden District Council for approval and all appropriate fees paid, prior to any works being undertaken on site. This form will usually be submitted by a Memorial Mason who must be registered with the Council.
The responsibility for the safety and upkeep, including repairs to any gravestone or memorial remains solely with the owner(s) of the grave or successor(s) in title and the Council recommends that grave owners obtain a guarantee from the memorial mason for all work they carry out and arrange for the memorial mason to check the memorial for defects every 5 Years.
The council carries out regular inspections of memorials and reserves the right under Health and Safety legislation to 'make safe' any defective memorials found.
All memorials are to be constructed and erected with ground anchors in accordance with the current code of practice as prepared by the National Association of Memorial Masons.
All memorials erected or placed upon the ground must have the corresponding grave space number placed conspicuously on the left had side of the stone's base. The name of the supplying firm may be placed on the memorial, but the size of the individual letters shall not exceed 13mm(1/2").
No headstone may be more than 1.2m (4') in height and 750mm (2'6") in width. (Double grave spaces a maximum of 1.8m (6ft) in width). Grave edge kerbs are not allowed.
If an additional inscription involves the supply and fixing of a new plinth or further section of stone then a sketch of the proposed stonework showing details is to be supplied.
Additional 'free-standing', unattached plinths or non-fixed stonework will not be permitted.
How to apply to erect a headstone:
You can apply to erect a headstone by completing either one of the forms below:
For further information:
