Types of Grave
We currently have two types of graves available: Lawn graves and Kerb graves. The type of grave should be requested at the time of the first burial being arranged. All full burial graves can accommodate up to two full coffin burials as a standard.
The cemetery will provide a temporary grave marker following the burial, which is expected only to last for approximately 6-12 months. In the period following a burial, the grave mound will remain in place for approximately 12 months. This is necessary as the ground settles so please do not remove the grave mound. After approximately 12 months, the Council will remove any additional soil, and turf will be laid over the grave. The Council’s turfing program is normally carried out in March and October.
Lawn graves
Lawn graves allow for a headstone at the head of the grave.
To ensure continual access and ease of maintenance of all grave areas, we respectfully ask that once turf has been laid, grave owners place any memorials, mementos, flower containers etc. on the memorial foundation area at the head of the grave only. Owners are encouraged to maintain this area themselves in order that the cemetery maintenance staff do not have to disturb any flowers or memorials present.
Please note that the following are not allowed:
- any type of fencing/edging
- any type of gravel/glass chippings on or around the grave space
Any items not in accordance with the cemetery’s regulations will be removed from the grave according to the process laid out in the cemetery regulations.
Kerb graves
Kerb graves allow for a headstone at the head of the grave.
A kerb grave also allows for a stone kerb surround to be erected around the edge of the grave space. The cemetery regulations allow for gravel, chippings etc. within an approved kerb surround.