Memorials
Memorials honour loved ones and provide a place for remembrance. We aim to make the process of creating and maintaining memorials clear and respectful.
For further information on any of the memorials listed contact Macclesfield Crematorium 01625 383946 or Crewe Crematorium 01270 685545. Office opening times are Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
Fees and charges
Memorial fees and charges 2024/25
| Memorial | Price |
|---|
| Sanctum ashes vault - 10 year lease (incl. inscription) |
£1,334 |
| Sanctum ashes vault - 20 year lease (incl. inscription) |
£1,833 |
| Sanctum ashes vault - replacement plaque |
£242 |
| Sanctum ashes vault - additional inscription |
£169 |
| Sanctum ashes vault - additional motif |
£81 |
| Sanctum ashes vault - photo plaque |
£169 |
| Granite benches |
POA |
| Granite boulder - 10 year lease (incl. inscription) (Crewe) |
£549 |
| Granite book plaque - 10 year lease (incl.inscription) (Crewe) |
£288 |
| Butterfly garden plaque (Sandbach Cemetery) - 10 year lease (incl.inscription) |
£880 |
| Formal garden tower plaque - 10 year lease (incl. inscription) (Macclesfield) |
£290 |
| Formal garden kerbstone - 10 year lease (incl. inscription) (Macclesfield) |
£906 |
| Formal garden columbarium - 10 year lease (incl. inscription) (Macclesfield) |
£494 |
| Granite tablet - 10 year lease (incl. inscription) (Macclesfield) |
£1139 |
| Sandstone Kerbstone - 25 year lease (incl. inscription) (Macclesfield) |
£992 |
| ARK Kerbstone - 10 year lease (incl. inscription) (Macclesfield) |
£514 |
| Woodland Tower plaque (Macclesfield) |
£318 |
| Double Columbarium niche (up to 4 sets of ashes) - 25 year lease (Crewe and Alderley Edge) |
£1134 |
| Single Columbarium niche (up to 2 sets of ashes) - 25 year lease (Crewe and Alderley Edge) |
£568 |
| Leather Recordia panel (Crewe) |
£255 |
| Tree of Memories (Crewe and Macclesfield) |
£192 |
| Wall of Remembrance 25 year lease (Alderley Edge) |
£700 |
| Tree of Light Kerbstone 10 year lease (incl. first inscription) (Crewe) |
£306 |
| Tree of Light Rose Plaque 10 year lease (incl. first inscription) (Crewe) |
£442 |
Book of remembrance
| Book of remembrance (including children's books) | Price |
|---|
| Two line entry (Crewe and Macclesfield) |
£121 |
| Each additional line (Crewe and Macclesfield) |
£30 |
| Five line entry (Crewe and Macclesfield) |
£199 |
| Eight line entry (Crewe and Macclesfield) |
£277 |
| Floral emblem (only available with minimum 5 line entry) (Crewe and Macclesfield) |
£138 |
| Non-floral emblem (only available with minimum 5 line entry) (Crewe and Macclesfield) |
£173 |
Miscellaneous
| Grave Memorials | Price |
|---|
| Right to Erect first Memorial on a grave (Exclusive Rights of Burial commencing post 1st April 2025) |
£156 |
| Right for every additional inscription on headstone, amendment or replacement to a memorial on a grave |
£75 |
Timescales for memorials
Most cemeteries have varying timelines for erecting a memorial on a grave. You should contact the relevant cemetery office for details.
Maintenance, installation and safety of memorials
Cemetery rules are vital for managing cemeteries while respecting individuals' rights to install lasting memorials. Memorials that do not comply with these rules cannot be placed.
We ensure our cemeteries are maintained safely. All work conducted within the cemeteries must be done safely and without risk to others.
We are registered with British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons (BRAMM). Memorial masons working in Cheshire East cemeteries must have BRAMM accreditation.
Exclusive Right of Burial
To reserve a plot in a cemetery you will need to purchase the exclusive right of burial. There are several options and prices vary. Contact Bereavement Services for more information.
The owner of the Exclusive Right of Burial is responsible for the safety and maintenance of the memorial.
Contact Bereavement Services
- Macclesfield Crematorium: 01625 383946
- Crewe Crematorium: 01270 685545
Office opening times are Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm.
Page last reviewed: 19 June 2026
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