Burial Grounds
There are a total of 73 burial locations, which are operated by Angus Council. There are 15 cemeteries, and the remainder are classed as churchyards.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are the burial ground charges in Angus?
Purchase of up to 3 lairs in one of Angus Council Burial Grounds can be done at any time, ensuring that you and your family have a resting place in a suitable location.
For further information please contact our Cemeteries Administration Team (address below).
| Interments - Coffins | £ |
|---|---|
| 14 years and under | No charge |
| Over 14 years | 543.70 |
| Over 14 years (outwith Angus charge) | 815.50 |
| Stillborn Children | No charge |
| Interments - Cremation Caskets | £ |
|---|---|
| Cremation Casket Interment (under 14 years) | No charge |
| Interment at four foot | 173.80 |
| Interment in coffin lair over four foot | 352.50 |
| Interment at four foot (outwith Angus charge) | 260.80 |
| Interment in coffin lair over four foot (outwith Angus charge) | 528.80 |
| Exhumation Fees | £ |
|---|---|
| Exhumation Fee for Coffin (One coffin in lair) |
POA |
| Exhumation Fee for Cremation Casket from a Cremation Casket Lair |
265.00 |
Weekend etc. interments
No interments on Saturdays, Sundays or Public Holidays except in exceptional circumstances.
Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays or when preparation is undertaken on such days - 50% additional charge.
Graves
All graves to be lined with artificial grass mats involving no additional cost.
| Lair Charges | £ |
|---|---|
| Lair Charge - per lair | 506.50 |
| Lair Charge - per lair (Outwith Angus Charge) | 759.60 |
| Lair Charge for cremated remains lair for interment of NVF or SBC | No charge |
| Lair Charge for Cremated Remains only - per lair | 288.10 |
| Lair Charge for Cremated Remains only - per lair (Outwith Angus Charge) | 431.90 |
| Lair Registry Certificate | 18.80 |
| Transfer of Burial Rights | 18.80 |
| Erection of Memorials | £ (ex VAT) |
|---|---|
| Charge up to 3' high memorials with 3' wide base |
51.00 |
| Extra for every Additional Foot in height or width of base |
26.10 |
| Memorials using anchor fixing method | 29.90 |
| Marker/Plaques etc. | 29.90 |
Headstone Notes
- No headstone erection is permitted without first seeking and obtaining the Director's permission.
NOTE: Outwith Angus charges will apply to persons whose normal residence was outwith Angus -
- when ground was purchased
- at date of notification of interment to Angus Council
Outwith Angus charges will not apply -
- when a person resident in Angus accepts responsibility for Payment of Lair and/or interment
- when the normal residence of the deceased was within Angus at time of death and person(s) outwith Angus are responsible for the purchase of ground and/or interment fees.
Who do I contact for further information?
For all areas, please contact:
Angus Council
Communities Department
Regulatory, Protective & Prevention Services
Ravenswood
8 New Road
Forfar DD8 2ZX
Tel: 01307 473816
Fax: 01307 466220
E-Mail: Burialgrounds@angus.gov.uk
Angus Council's Burial Records are now available at www.deceasedonline.com. Alternatively, you may contact Angus Archives at angus.archives@angus.gov.uk or 01307 468644 who will be able to assist as part of their fee based research service.
Service Page: burialgrounds.htm
Service Details Last Reviewed : 3 May 2013
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