There are a number of remembrance services available at the crematorium including a Garden and Book of Remembrance.
Garden of Remembrance
The Garden of Remembrance is located within the grounds of the crematorium. Features include:
- a rose garden
- ornamental pond
- lawns
- plants and shrubs.
The Garden provides an area for peaceful contemplation. It can also be a final resting place for cremated remains.
View a map of the Garden of Remembrance.
Book of Remembrance
A hand-scripted epitaph can be entered into the Book of Remembrance, which is displayed in the Chapel of Remembrance. There is a two-page opening in the book for each day, and the book is broken down into quarterly volumes.
View Remembrance Book online
There is also an electronic touch-screen version of the book available and you can access this online.
First you will need to email the crematorium, using the details on the right, to request a password.
You can then view the Book of Remembrance here.
Remembrance cards
Replicas of the entry in the Book of Remembrance are available on a card, and in a miniature book. Cards are available folded, or with a framed edge.
Open day and remembrance service
Each year, Eltham Crematorium hosts an open day and service of remembrance. Come along on the day to view the facilities, meet the staff and attend the service.