Monumental Stonemasons

Since 1894, the Memorial Group have been working to make sure this important process is also an easy one: listening, understanding, advising and crafting beautiful, enduring monuments. You may already have a clear idea of what you want - be it traditional or modern, ornate or understated - and would like our craftsmen to make it a reality. Or perhaps you would simply like to browse our catalogue for inspiration. Either way, you can rest assured of our complete care and attention and, naturally, the highest quality, lasting memorial..

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To discuss a memorial, headstone or other tribute in confidence; Please telephone 0845 367 0007

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'A fitting memorial' At the Memorial Group we understand how important choosing the perfect memorial can be. It's a lasting reminder of a loved one; a way of commemorating their life; a unique reflection of their personality.

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Memorial Group is a member of the National Association of Memorial Masons.
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General Information Memorials

This section refers to standard memorials that are usually erected in cemeteries or churchyards.

Memorials need to be of a material that:
Withstand the weather
Take a lasting carved inscription
Suitable for shaping and ornamentation

Historic data has shown that natural stone (slate, marble and granite etc.) has all the qualities required for creating a memorial that is not only aesthetically pleasing, but last regardless of adverse weather and the slow march of time.

Choosing a memorial

As a memorial is a lasting monument and a tribute to a person's life, perhaps erected as a final gift to someone cherished, it is very important to choose the memorial carefully, with consideration paid to more than cost and time.

Hasty decisions made while still in great distress frequently result in later regrets, so it can be sensible to wait - and to spend time on selecting a suitable design.

Selecting a Memorial Mason:

You may wish to use a company recommended by a friend or relative, or you may need to look around. Whichever you do, it is generally advisable to use one like the Memorial Group that specializes in memorial masonry.

They should understand stone and so be able to give you reliable advice as to whether the stone you are choosing is suitable for the type of memorial you require - and for the area in which it is to be fixed. Weather, pollution and surrounding vegetation can have an effect on this.

Memorial Group's Memorial Masons are bound by strict Codes of Business and Working Practice and, should a dispute unfortunately arise, by the findings of a free and objective Conciliation and Arbitration Service. .

General Memorial Information

Cemeteries and churchyards often have rules governing and regulating the kinds of memorials that can be erected, and often also the inscriptions and ornamentation that accompanies the memorials can be subject to review. These regulations can vary from place to place and it is advisable to check. A MEMORIAL GROUP memorial mason will be able to assist.

Cremation sites: Some crematoriums simply have a central memorial universally commemorating all those buried nearby. In others, memorials in the shape of headstones or plaques can be erected on individual plots.

NB: Before a memorial, be it a headstone or a plaque, can be erected in a churchyard or cemetery, written permission has to be obtained from its management. Your MEMORIAL GROUP memorial mason will see to this for you.

Responsibility for Memorials

Responsibility of your memorial is yours and not the cemetery or churchyard management. The maintenance of your memorial. should become dilapidated or unsafe is your responsiblity. PLease remember that if the memorial becomes unsafe then certain steps may be taken to lay it down or remove it.

It is therefore wise to arrange for it to be regularly maintained - and insured. The Memorial Group offers maintenance schemes, that include cleaning and checking.

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