Personalising a grave space

The grave of a loved one is a special place where many of us find comfort in tending and tidying as an act of care and respect. Many families also choose to place personal items upon a family grave to reflect the personality and character of their loved one.

We appreciate the benefits of personalising a grave space, but we must also consider the feelings of families who have chosen not to personalise a grave or have placed just a small number of items. We also need to ensure that cemetery staff are able to carry out operational tasks and grounds maintenance, and that coffin-bearers and mourners can walk safely and easily to the graveside for funerals.