What are the cemetery office's opening hours?
9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday
At what times of the day are funerals held in the cemetery?
9am to 3pm, Monday to Thursday. 9am to 2.30pm on Fridays.
What time do the cemetery gates open and close?
In the winter, the gates open at 8am and close at 6pm. In the summer, the gates open at 8am and close at dusk.
When were the cemeteries first opened?
Ramsbottom opened in 1872, Bury in 1869 and Radcliffe in 1906.
Do you do family searches?
Yes, but a fee may be charged.
Can I look at the records myself?
Yes, in the presence of a Council Officer.
If I only have a name, date or address, could a grave be located?
A grave can be found if a name is given, but not an address only.
Where are the nearest crematoriums?
East Lancs Crematorium Cemetery Road, Radcliffe. The East Lancashire Crematorium is a new privately-operated crematorium. Situated within the boundary of Radcliffe Cemetery, this new facility provides comfortable surroundings, a garden of remembrance and an ornamental pond. For information about cremations and services phone 0161 724 6349.
Download East Lancashire Crematorium's brochure (2 page, 708kb, pdf)
Rochdale Crematorium, Bury Road, Rochdale. Phone: 01706 645219
Blakeley Crematorium, Victoria Avenue, Blakeley, Manchester. Phone: 0161 740 5359
Overdale Crematorium, Chorley New Road, Heaton, Bolton. Phone: 01204 334499
Agecroft Crematorium, Langley Road, Swinton, Salford. Phone: 0161 736 2512
Do you have a list of monumental masons?
How much does a grave plot cost?
A grave plot costs £400.
How much is a burial?
The cost of a burial is £495.
How much does a municipal funeral cost?
Hardmans Funeral Services are the Council representatives, they can be contacted at 7 Rochdale Road, Bury. Phone: 0161 764 4072.
Do you have a list of undertakers?
Do you have an area where ashes can be either scattered or interred?
Can the chapel be used for other religious ceremonies?
Yes, such as marriages, christening and memorials.
Is a map available showing where the cemeteries are located?
This can be obtained from the Town Hall, Knowsley Street, Bury
How do I make a complaint?
Is the gardening of graves allowed?
Yes, but only up to a metre square in front of the headstone
Do you issue duplicate grave papers?
Duplicate grave papers are not issued unless it can be proved that the deeds have been destroyed or stolen. Proof has to be given by the person requesting the duplicate deeds that they are the legal owner or next of kin, a charge will be made for the duplicate grave deeds. In some instances the parties involved will have go to consult the Legal Section of the Council or a solicitor.
I cannot find my grave papers, what should I do?
An indemnity has to be signed when the grave has to be opened for an interment.
How many ashes caskets can be buried in any one grave?
Four
How many coffins can be buried in any one grave?
A family grave can contain up to four coffins, subject to ground conditions.
Do you have a garden of remembrance?
Are side stones allowed?
Full side stones are not permitted under the Cemeteries' health and safety regulations and also because of the maintenance of plots.
Can I put a memorial on a public grave?
Public Graves are owned by the Council, therefore no individual family has claim to the grave, and no headstone is allowed on the grave unless the council gives consent for a small memorial.
Is there a woodland burial area?
Yes, Radcliffe Cemetery has a "green" area where trees are planted instead of laying headstones
Is there a pet cemetery?
There isn't one in Bury. The nearest is Rossendale Pet Crematorium & Memorial Garden Ltd, Crawshawbooth. Phone: 01706 213810
How much notice do I need to give in order to have a grave opened?
Two clear days
