Cemeteries and closed churchyards

Cemeteries

There are five cemeteries in Eden, at Alston, Appleby, Garrigill, Nenthead and Penrith. They are open from 8am until dusk.

Cemetery fees and charges

Cemetery fees and charges for graves, interment, transfer of burial rights, erection of a monument or headstone, plaques and a cemetery records search.

Cemetery regulations

Cemetery regulations have been made to maintain an acceptable standard for the cemeteries in Eden.

Closed Churchyards

We are look after 13 closed churchyards in Eden. Parish Councils can request we take over the safety and maintenance of some areas in other closed churchyards.