When you purchase a private grave, you are issued with a deed granting you the exclusive right of burial. Please note that this deed does not give you ownership of the land, only the right of burial.
This grave deed must be produced whenever the grave is required to be opened for an interment. The loss of the deed could cause you delay and inconvenience at this time, so keep it safe with other important documents.
When the grave has to be re-opened for an interment, give the grave deed to your funeral director who will make arrangements for you. Make sure the deed is returned to you after the funeral.
Remember, if anyone else holds the grave deed, they may have the grave opened for an interment, so keep the deed safe.
If you do lose it then contact Bury Cemetery office, where you may obtain advice on the necessary procedure.
