Lockerley Stone
Memorial specialists in Hampshire, Wiltshire and Dorset
About Us
At Lockerley Stone we have many years of experience and expertise in arranging memorials for our clients. We understand choosing a memorial can be difficult, so we try to make choose this lasting tribute for your loved one as easy as possible, with no hidden ‘extra’ costs.
Let one of our team guide you to the perfect memorial, or tell us exactly what you have in mind and we will work with you and our suppliers to provide the perfect memorial.
A trip out to our showroom is well worth the visit, with lots of memorials on permanent display for you to see, including different shapes, colours and finishes.
What We Do
New memorials
From small cremation stones, headstones and kerbed memorials to bespoke ‘one-off’ designs. From traditional old style memorials to modern ideas, we have a memorial that fits everyone’s taste and budget.
Additional inscriptions
We can add other inscriptions to an existing memorial. Please see the cleaning and refurbishment section for examples of what can be achieved – the results after refurbishment can be amazing.
Cleaning and refurbishment
Memorials can become dirty and the inscription ‘tired’ and hard to read, some old memorials may even be loose and unsafe. We offer a free inspection and report service where we can inform you of exactly what is needed and the costs to put them right.
Types of Memorials
If you have any questions relating to a memorial, please contact us via telephone or email and we will try to answer them; or visit our showroom and we can guide you through everything you need to think about when ordering a memorial.
Some things to consider:
- Where is the memorial to go – churchyard, cemetery or garden?
- What type or colour of stone would you like?
- What shape or style of memorial would you like?
- What inscription do you want written on the memorial?
- What font and colour of lettering would you like?
- Would you like an engraving on the memorial?
At Lockerley Stone we are happy to talk you through any or all of these questions and more, and remember: If we can get permission, we can produce almost anything in stone.
Cleaning and Restoration
We offer a free inspection and report service where we can inform you of exactly what is needed and the costs to put them right.
All stone is porous and being outside will weather and can deteriorate over time, so regular cleaning is advisable.
FAQs
Our frequently asked questions.
What memorial can I have?
You can have whatever you want, if the local authority or church allows it.
How long does it take the ground to settle after a burial?
Most councils say it can be between 6 – 12 months.
How long (approximately) does it take from order to fit a stone?
We will be able to provide you with an accurate timescale once you have chosen a memorial as some memorials are of a bespoke design and take slightly longer to produce.
Who has to sign the cemetery permit?
The holder of the exclusive rights of burial.
How do I find out who the holder of the burial rights is?
The funeral director or council will be able to tell you.
What is the hardest-wearing stone?
Granite is the best option.
What if I want the memorial to weather like a lot of the old stones?
Portland, Nabresina, Purbeck and Marble all weather quickly.
Our Showroom & Brochure
We have a large showroom with many memorials on display.
There are lots of examples of different types of stone and stone colours, letterings, engravings and much more.
If you are thinking of getting a memorial for a loved one, we offer a professional, friendly service in a relaxed showroom environment where we are happy to answer any questions about memorials you may have. Find our address here.
You can also view our extensive range of memorial masonry, by having a look through our brochure:
Get in touch
Our showroom is open by appointment only.
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Lockerley Stone & Masonry are here for you in Dorset, Wiltshire & Hampshire and the surrounding areas. Please fill in the form below, telephone us or call in to see us.