Cemeteries and Crematorium

Our facility caters for the needs of different communities and religions. We endeavour to provide everyone with the best possible service throughout the whole process of bereavement. Our aim is to allow families and family to bid a meaningful farewell to someone who has been dear to them. This means that we will do all we can to accommodate both traditional religious funeral services and other alternative forms of farewell, recognising that each funeral is a unique event to say good-bye to an individual, to be thankful for and to celebrate all they have meant to those close to them. Our services and facilities are designed to ease the pain of what can be sad and deeply personal loss. The staff at Bereavement Services are here to help with regards to either the funeral service itself or memorials. We will be able to guide you through what is undoubtedly a difficult time.

After the bereavement of a loved one so many people express a wish for some form of memorabilia to commemorate their memory.

Should you wish to discuss the memorabilia or services below please contact the Bereavement Services team and we will be happy to discuss your wishes.

Keepsake Urns

We understand the significance of reserving the memories of your loved one. A keepsake memorial urn is used to store the cremated ashes of your loved one. We offer a range of mini keepsakes. This is a beautiful and meaningful way to honour their memory. Our urns offer a personal and touching tribute, allowing you to keep a small amount of ashes close to your heart.

Approximate height is 7.5cm. A secure lid places the ashes safely in the urn. All keepsakes are supplied in a black velvet presentation box. 

Granite Memorial Vase and Tablet

Each one is made from granite shaped to give a lasting base for your memorial tablet. Flowers can be placed in your own personal vase. The only proviso we make is that we reserve the right to remove dead flowers and dispose of them on your behalf so that the displays are always fresh and beautiful.

Your tablet, which is approximately 18cm x 13cm is made out of polished granite. Space for approximately 120 letters (depending on size of letters and overall layout) will give you ample room for your inscription. By providing this memorial for you, we hope that you will have a personal place where you can visit and place your floral tribute.

Porcelain Memorial Vase and Tablet

The plaques are made from vitrified porcelain. to give a lasting base for your memorial tablet. Flowers can be placed in your own personal vase. The only proviso we make is that we reserve the right to remove dead flowers and dispose of them on your behalf so that the displays are always fresh and beautiful.

Your tablet, which is approximately 18cm x 13cm is made out of vitrified porcelain. Space for approximately 182 letters (depending on size of letters and overall layout) will give you ample room for your inscription. By providing this memorial for you, we hope that you will have a personal place where you can visit and place your floral tribute.

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Memorial Tablet for Bench

Our multi-tablet bench created from polished granite can accommodate up to 15 individual tablets. The only proviso we make is that we reserve the right to remove and dispose of any item that may cause other mourners distress. Your tablet, which is approximately 15cm by 8cm is made out of polished granite. Space for approximately 95 letters (depending on size of letters and overall layout) will give you ample room for your inscription. By providing this memorial for you, we hope that you will have a personal place where you can spend time and contemplation while grieving.

Garden of Remembrance Memorial Plaques

The Garden of Remembrance is situated to the right as you come in from Tanfield Road entrance and is dedicated to the memory of your loved ones. It is a place where you can remember and celebrate the life of those you hold dear, but who are no longer here. This is a communal area and ashes may be scattered within this space. Our plaques are manufactured in bronze, an incredibly long lasting material. They can be leased for a period of 10 years, at which point, the lease may be renewed for a further 10 years, if desired. Our plaques come in 3 different sizes: Small (approximately 13cm x 8cm) - 6 lines at 20 letters and spaces per line; Large (approximately 18cm x13cm) - 10 lines at 28 letters and spaces per line; Bench (approximately 23cm x 6cm) - 5 lines at 36 letters and spaces per line.

Memorial Tree with Plaque

Commonly known as Cherry Trees, the Prunus sargentii 'Rancho' produces a mass of large, pretty pink flowers in spring which are complimented by lovely reddish-bronze new foliage that turns a glossy green before bursting into vibrant shades of yellows, reds, oranges and maroons in early autumn. These trees are subject to availability and comes with a plaque. Our plaques are manufactured in bronze, an incredibly long lasting material and comes in one size (approximately 28cm x 28cm). Ashes may be scattered in front of the tree.

Burial of Ashes

Many people decide to have the ashes of a loved one buried. Ashes can be either buried in a new grave or within a family grave but permission must be given by the grave owner(s) along with consent to erect a memorial. We have a designated burial area both at Stranton and West View Cemetery for cremated remains only which is known as the Tribute Area. Within one of these plots, up to four cremated ashes caskets can be buried and a memorial can be erected.

Scattering of Ashes

Many people decide to scatter the ashes of a loved one at either a cemetery or crematorium. If you decide to have ashes scattered at Hartlepool Crematorium, this service will be undertaken with great sensitivity by our own trained staff in the Gardens of Remembrance, or where exclusive right of burial gives permission. You can choose to have either an unwitnessed scattering, or if preferred, the scattering may be observed by friends and family.

Floral Tributes

Flowers brought to a funeral are a symbol of the love and respect held for your loved one. Following the service the floral tributes will be on display where you can take your time to read the cards and messages. As a mark of our own respect, we will retain and display all floral tributes in the Garden of Remembrance for a period of two weeks after the funeral service. They will then be carefully removed.