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How to buy a grave plot

 
There are range of options available to those who wish to purchase a grave in Greenwich. We aim to offer choices that give you some individuality.

How to choose and purchase a grave

In all cases, you should contact our Cemetery Services to discuss your requirements. They can help you select a grave, and guide you through the purchase process.

Who can buy a grave in Greenwich?

Anyone can purchase a grave in Greenwich, but prices are considerably higher for non-residents. To qualify for resident prices, you must be a resident yourself, or the nearest surviving relative purchasing a grave for someone who was a resident of Greenwich. Details are available on the resident eligibility page.

What am I actually buying?

You can't actually buy a grave itself, but rather the right to use it for 50 years. During the 50 years, the grave cannot be used without your written permission. You can renew your ownership for another 50 years at any time. For more details, including how to transfer ownership, see the grave ownership page.

Costs

There are different prices depending on whether you are a resident of Greenwich. We have a summary of fees available.

Availability

The following is a summary of what grave options are available, and in which cemeteries you will find them (current as at November, 2003).

  • Consecrated ground

    Available at Plumstead cemetery (where a grave can accommodate up to three burials) and Woolwich cemetery (where a grave can accommodate two burials).

  • Unconsecrated ground

    Available at Eltham cemetery (where a grave can accommodate up to three burials) and Woolwich cemetery (where a grave can accommodate up to two burials).

  • Baby graves

    Available on the grassed terrace at Plumstead cemetery for babies up to one month old. Graves are free, unless you wish to place a memorial tablet on the grave, in which case you will need to purchase a grave.

  • Infant graves

    Charlton cemetery has a special section for children up to 16 years of age. Graves for children are also available at Eltham, Plumstead and Woolwich cemeteries.

  • Muslim graves

    Graves are available in the Muslim section of the Woolwich cemetery. There is also a Muslim section at Charlton cemetery, but this is full.

  • Roman Catholic graves

    Available at both Plumstead and Woolwich cemeteries.

  • Unpurchased graves

    Only available in Plumstead cemetery.

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