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Culture and Leisure Frequently Asked Questions


Cemeteries
Q1. What time does the cemetery open?
The main cemetery gates open Monday to Friday at 7.30 a.m. They close at: 4.00 p.m. in January, February, November and December, at 6.00 p.m. in March and October, 7.00 p.m. in April and September and 9.00 p.m. in May, June, July and August. At Weekends and Bank Holidays only the pedestrian gate is open at 9.00am on a Saturday and 10.00 a.m. on a Sunday and Bank Holiday, closing times as above. Please note : No access is allowed when a funeral is in process. Please telephone the cemetery office for details.
Q2. Is it possible to reserve a plot in the cemetery?
Yes, this can be arranged by a Funeral Director of your choice or please contact the Cemetery Office. Telephone 01455 255707.
Q3. Is there a choice of types of plots?
No. Our plots are all lawn plots, which means memorials are only allowed in the 'head' of of the grave.
Q4. I own the grave, why do I have to get permission to put a memorial on it?
You have only brought the right to bury in the plot. The council still owns the land. Please see the memorials page for guidelines on right to erect memorials.
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