Sanctum Niche

The Sanctum Niche forms the mainstay feature of our Cloister Garden at the crematorium, each one an individual niche of polished grey granite able to accommodate 2 sets of cremated remains.

Each niche is sealed by a polished Blue Pearl granite tablet large enough for two inscriptions together with a an individual flower vase in its base.
The initial dedication for a period of 15 years includes the first interment of cremated remains and an initial inscription of up to 80 characters/letters to which an illustration or photo plaque can be added at additional cost.
Supply and fitting of the tablet will take approximately 2 months from the time of ordering and we will write to you confirming its receipt and fitment.
Should you wish to witness the placement of the cremated remains within the niche please contact the crematorium office to discuss this and any other requirements.

Wall Niche

Located within our Cloister Garden at the crematorium, our Wall Niches form part of a free standing wall of polished granite with three rows of four niches starting at ground level upwards with initial dedication costs reflecting their position.

Each niche is able to accommodate two sets of cremated remains, and is sealed by a polished Blue Pearl granite tablet large enough for two inscriptions together with a posy vase at additional cost.
The initial dedication fee includes the first interment of remains and an initial inscription of up to 80 characters/letters to which an illustration or photo plaque can be added at additional cost.
Supply and fitting of the tablet will take approximately two months from the time of ordering and we will write to you confirming its receipt and fitment.
Should you wish to witness the placement of the cremated remains within the niche please contact the crematorium office to discuss this and any other requirements.

Buxton Granite Bench Tablet

Located in our Cloister Garden, a select number of our Buxton Granite benches have two Granite tablets that can each be dedicated by two different families or alternatively both tablets being dedicated by one alone.

Crafted from polished Blue Pearl granite, each tablet can accommodate up to six lines of text together with an illustration or small photo plaque. The initial dedication period of the tablet is ten years with their dedication being renewable at five yearly intervals on additional payment at that time.
Please contact the crematorium office to discuss your wishes where necessary.

Barbican Plaque

Distinct by design, The Barbican is a most welcome addition to our memorialisation within the Crematorium grounds, with 80 granite plaques offering you bespoke deigns for a highly personal tribute to a loved one.

Each plaque is a 175x125mm corner tablet in black granite with gilded lettering. It can be personalised not only by the inscription but also with the addition of a ceramic photo plaque, emblem or design at an additional cost.
Positioning of the plaque can either be made by you or allocated by the crematorium to any available space. Production and delivery of the tablet will take approximately 6 to 8 weeks from the time of ordering and we will write to you confirming its receipt and placement.
The initial dedication period is 10 years and can be renewed thereafter at five yearly intervals on additional payment at that time.
Should you wish to witness the fixing of the plaque please contact the crematorium office to discuss this and any other requirements.

Memorial Wall – Large Plaque

Our bespoke designed Memorial Wall is located next to our lawn for the witnessed scattering of cremated remains.

Being crafted from polished Black Granite and mounted securely within the wall, the large tablet (215mm x 215mm) can accommodate up to eight lines of text with a small illustration or small Photo Plaque. Please contact our office to discuss these items further where required.
Supply and fitting of the plaque will take approximately 2 months from the time of ordering and we will write to you confirming its receipt and placement in the grounds.
The initial dedication period is ten years and can be renewed thereafter at five yearly intervals on additional payment at that time.

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Memorial Wall – Small Plaque

Our bespoke designed Memorial Wall is located next to our lawn for the witnessed scattering of cremated remains.

Crafted from polished black Granite and mounted securely within the wall the small tablet (215mm x 65mm) can accommodate up to five lines of text.
Supply and fitting of the plaque will take approximately 2 months from the time of ordering and we will write to you confirming its receipt and placement in the grounds.
You may however wish to witness the placement of the plaque at the same time the cremated remains are scattered on the adjacent lawn. Please contact the crematorium office to discuss your wishes where necessary.
The initial dedication period of the small tablet is five years and can be renewed thereafter at five yearly intervals on additional payment at that time.

Memorial Path Granite Plaque

As part of our Memorial Path within the crematorium grounds we have provided a range of polished Granite Kerbs incorporating a small posy holder, specifically designed to encompass a polished black Granite plaque for inscription.

Each plaque measures 203mm x 89mm and can accommodate inscribed text from a range of six differing fonts, together with handcrafted illustrations and also ceramic photo-plaques copied from your own photographs. Please contact the crematorium office to see samples and available styles.

Supply and fitting of the plaque will take approximately two months from the time of ordering.

The initial dedication period of a Granite Plaque is 15 years after which the lease may be renewed.

For more information or to purchase a memorial plaque please fill out the form within the brochure below.

Memorial Path Kerb for Ashes
(with Bronze Plaque)

The Kerbs along our Memorial Path are designed to enable the burial of two sets of Cremated Remains in the lawn behind, with the fitting of a commemorative Bronze Plaque to the front.

Cast in solid Bronze, our plaques are 127mm x 76mm in size and come with a powder coated inscription background.

Supply and fitting of the plaque will take approximately two months from the time of ordering. If you wish to choose the location or witness the placement of the plaque, please contact the crematorium office.

The initial dedication period for a plaque is 15 years after which the lease may be renewed.

For more information or to purchase a kerb please fill out the form within the brochure below.

Books of Remembrance

Displayed in its own room within the crematorium building, the Books are in four volumes, each covering three months of the year, and are hand made throughout using traditional bookbinding techniques.

The memorial entries are carefully inscribed by highly skilled craftsmen with the wording of your choice, under either the date of death or other date you may request.

Copies of inscriptions in the Books of Remembrance can be made as a personal momento for friends and relatives in the form of Memorial Cards or Miniature Books of Remembrance.

For more information or to have a name inscribed into the book please download and fill out the form within the brochure below.

SAND’s Memorial Garden
(with Bronze Plaque)

A place of contemplation and reflection for all parents who have experienced the loss of a child.

Raised flowerbeds are situated in the centre of the memorial where parents may place a cast bronze plaque. The initial dedication period for the plaque is 15 years after which the lease may be renewed.

For more information or to order a plaque please fill out the form within the brochure below.

For help and support following the loss of a baby before, during or shortly after birth go to the Tunbridge Wells SAND’s website.

Bronze Plaque
(for Kerb Tree or Shrub)

Cast in solid Bronze, these plaques are 127mm x 76.2mm in size, mounted on a prong and come with a powder coated inscription background. They additionally come gloss lacquered to resist weathering, thereby removing the need for cleaning or polishing.

Tree and Shrub dedications will only be possible where an existing Tree or Shrub without dedication exists.

Supply and fitting of the plaque will take approximately two months from the time of ordering.

The initial dedication period for a plaque is 15 years after which the lease may be renewed.

For more information or to purchase a memorial plaque please fill out the form within the brochure below.

Children’s Glade Mushroom Plaque
(Circular Granite Plaque)

Located within a natural tree setting, we have developed a specific area set out with small polished granite Mushrooms to accompany the scattering of children’s cremated remains.

Each of the Mushrooms has a number of individual circular granite plaques which can be inscribed to commemorate the memory of a child.

Supply and fitting of the plaque will take approximately two months from the time of ordering.

The initial dedication period for the plaque is five years after which the lease may be renewed.

For more information or to purchase a mushroom plaque please fill out the form within the brochure below.

Primrose Gardens (Ashes Grave with Granite Memorial)

Within Tunbridge Wells Cemetery, we have created the Primrose Gardens to provide a formal garden for the burial and commemoration of cremated remains.

Each plot can accommodate two sets of cremated remains and will feature a memorial with your chosen inscription and decoration from one of the three types opposite.

The cost of each memorial type includes the Exclusive Rights of Burial within that grave for a period of 35 years and the right to have a memorial upon the grave for a period of 10 years.

You can choose the location of the plot within the Primrose Gardens if you wish and you can be present when each set of cremated remains is buried.

Type one is a single page book memorial in black granite, mounted on a black granite base and featuring one posy vase.

Type two is a double page book memorial in black granite, mounted on a black granite base and featuring two posy vases.

Type three is a more elaborate double page book memorial in black granite, resting on a black granite ledger base with two posy vases in the top of the memorial.

If you wish to purchase a grave within the primrose gardens please download and fill out the form within the brochure below.

Garden of Remembrance Fund

If you would like to contribute to the care and upkeep of the Crematorium Grounds we would be delighted to receive such a generous offer.

In recognition of this we invite you to place an inscription in the Gift Book which is displayed in the Crematorium Waiting Room during office hours.

If you would like to do this please complete the form within the brochure below.

Granite Vase Block Plaques

The Granite vase blocks with Granite plaques are an alternative memorial to the existing Bronze plaques situated in the Upper Rose Garden. They come with the welcome addition of a large posy vase to accommodate fresh floral tributes.

Each vase block is fitted with an 8” x 3.5” black Granite plaque that can be dedicated with your chosen inscription in gilded lettering. It can be further personalised with the addition of a small ceramic photo plaque, or design at an extra cost.

The position of the plaque can be chosen by attending the crematorium to be shown the vase blocks available for dedication. Alternatively a position can be allocated by the crematorium staff.

The initial dedication period is 10 years and can be renewed thereafter at 5 yearly intervals on additional payment at that time.

Willow Memorial Tree

The Willow Memorial Tree is a most welcome addition to our memorials within the grounds of the Crematorium. Distinct by design, the 300 Granite leaf plaques offer the bereaved bespoke designs symbolising a personal tribute to loved ones.

The overall size of the memorial tree is approximately 5ft x 5ft, with hand crafted Granite trunk, the branches are made from weathered “Corten” steel which quickly adopts an orange/brown anti-corrosion “rust” finish. All fixing are high quality stainless steel.

Each Leaf is 4×2” handmade Granite which is sand blasted with a basic inscription in Silver lettering.

The initial dedication period is 5 years and can be renewed thereafter at five yearly intervals on additional payment at that time. If you choose not to renew, the leaf will be available to keep as a memento to your loved one.