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Remembering Loved Ones
Ashes (Cremated Remains)
& Memorial Options
Reading Cemeteries and Crematorium
Tel: 0118 937 2200
www.reading.gov.uk
What happens after the cremation ?
After the cremation, the ashes or cremated remains are placed in their final
resting place according to the instructions given by the applicant for cremation (the
applicant being the person who completed the cremation forms).
Ashes may be collected by the funeral director, the applicant, or person named by the applicant. They can also be scattered in our Gardens of Remembrance or interred. Collection is often favoured if the applicant and family are unsure of where the final
resting place should be.
Making the decision of the final resting place should not be rushed please consider
your options carefully.
Gardens of Remembrance
The Gardens of Remembrance at Reading Crematorium exist as a permanent memorial to
all those resting here. This offers a tranquil and natural surrounding including meadow,
coppice and orchard habitats. A traditional lychgate marks the entrance to the Gardens
where flowering fruit trees blossom in spring. Light and graceful Laburnum produce
glorious sprays of yellow flowers and vibrant scarlet and orange clusters of crab apples
arrive in summer- evergreens, birches and spring bulbs guarantee colour in abundance all
year long.
Scattering
Scattering of ashes can take place any time after cremation. Family can choose to witness the scattering should they wish. We can also reunite your loved one with other family members who may have been previously laid to rest in our gardens, if you provide us with
the person’s name and date of death.
If you chose for your loved one to be laid to rest in our
Gardens of Remembrance following cremation
this will take place 14 days after the service.
The final resting place will be recorded in our
register.
To book a scattering call us or visit the office and we will assist you with any
questions you may have.
The decision on the final resting place for a loved one should not be rushed, so
please take time to reflect on what is right for you and your loved one. In provid-
ing these memorial options for you, we hope that you will have a personal place
where you can visit and reflect on precious memories.
We recommend you visit the grounds to consider the various options available.
Bronze Kerb Plaques
The plaques are sited along the kerbs within our Garden of Remembrance.
A painted cast bronze plaque can accommodate up to 8 lines of inscription you can
include a motif or a cameo photo of your loved one. Bronze plaques come in two sizes–
a single space (6”x4”) or a double space (12”x4”).The plaque can be placed in close
proximity to the scattering location of your loved one, or in memory of someone dear
to yourself and laid to rest elsewhere.
Double
bronze
plaque
Single Bronze Plaque
Memorials
Cremated Elsewhere
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If your loved one had a cremation service elsewhere, they too can be scattered
here reuniting them with a family member should you so wish
Birdbaths
The Birdbath pedestal memorials are free standing and are situat-
ed in the central square. The Birdbath is supported by an eight
face, five tiered base. It offers five different sized granite plaques
for you to commemorate your loved one. The larger three tiered
plaques can include a design of your choice.
Please note that no other items/flowers are to be placed on or
around the birdbath .
Sanctum
The Sanctum is a stand alone polished granite memorial situated
in the Park area of the cemetery, each Sanctum is large enough to
securely accept two standard sizes caskets. The granite plaque is
large enough to inscribe 2 inscriptions along with a photo plaque
or design. A bronze posy vase can be fixed to the granite plaque.
Please note no other items/flowers are to be placed on or around
Vase & Tablet
The memorial block is made of natural material and includes a gold topped vase for cut flowers; the granite tablet is placed on the front of the block and can be inscribed with your inscription. These vase blocks are situated in the central square of our Gar-
dens of
Remembrance.
We also have kerb blocks of polished granite located in the
Coppice area of the gardens. Each tablet can take up to two
inscriptions with a vase located behind the tablet.
Granite Memorials
Many of the Granite Memorials listed below have the option of having hand crafted
and beautifully illustrated artwork to compliment the epitaph.
A full range of designs is available in various sizes and detail, from floral tributes and bespoke designs to recognise special interests or achievements of the bereaved. Photo plaques create a personal legacy where you add a ceramic portrait to your me-
morial tribute. A unique process ensures that the ceramic cameos retain their beauty
indefinitely.
Burying Ashes
Our ashes graves commemorated with a desk tablet are for
two. We place the ashes into a biodegradable container
supplied by us, however, you may purchase a wooden casket
or other container from your funeral director if preferred.
Alternatively we can inter in an existing family grave
providing there is space and the registered grave owner
gives permission.
Trees and Benches
A variety of trees have been planted in our Gardens of Remembrance to provide an
organic natural memorial these trees may be leased by families. Memorial benches
have been placed in our Gardens of Remembrance and around the cemetery. A
plaque with a fitting tribute may also be ordered and fitted to the backrest of the
bench. We will try to accommodate your request to place a bench in your chosen lo-
cation but this may not always be possible and
we therefore offer an alternative suitable loca-
tion.
Please note that although benches are placed
for you to sit and reflect, other visitors are also
able to use them.
Memorial Beds
Raised Memorial Beds come in different shapes these
beds may be leased according to availability. We plant
and maintain statement shrubs as well providing a
bronze stem plaque. Families can then choose to plant
and maintain seasonal bedding plants and bulbs.
A
The Tree of Remembrance
The Tree of Remembrance, memorialise loved ones with a
memorial leaf plaque. Gold tone leaves personalised with
names and dates creates a lasting memorial. Housed in the
Hall of Memory it’s a contemporary but classic memorial.
The Hall of Memory is always filled with colour and the scent
of beautiful floral tributes the perfect space for this organic
sculpture.
Hall of Memory
Situated within the Cemetery grounds, the Hall of Remembrance is home to the
Book of Remembrance, Tree of Remembrance and Memorial Granite Wall Plaques.
Book of Remembrance and Remembrance Cards
The volumes of the Book of Remembrance are displayed in a glass cabinet in the
Hall of Memory, they provide a beautiful and lasting memorial. The book contains a
page for each day of the year, the pages are turned daily. You can decide which date
the entry is to appear (usually the date of death, birthday or anniversary). There is a
digital touch screen in the Hall of Memory allowing access 365 days of the year to your
memorial.
You can also view the Book of Remembrance on-line www.remembrance-books.com/reading
The Book of Remembrance Entry Dates :
1st Quarter (1stJanuary-31st March) applications must be received by 20th October
2nd Quarter (1st April-30th June) applications must be received by 20th January
3rd Quarter (1stJuly-30th September) applications must be received by 20th April
Memorial Granite Wall Plaques
Our granite wall plaques are situated in the Hall of Memory
and can accommodate up to 5 lines of inscription. Granite is a
hard wearing and very traditional material for memorials.
Sterling Silver Memorial Keepsake Jewellery
The wearing of mourning jewellery is an ancient tradition- we
have introduced a contemporary twist- Sterling Silver
Keepsake Jewellery, in modern designs. The jewellery discreetly
holds a token of a loved ones’ ashes, providing a great source of
comfort to the wearer.
The Forget me Knot
The secure inner capsule keeps the ashes safely inside, the Celtic
design signifies eternity. Supplied with a 18 or 24 inch chain.
The Quercus Bead
Quercus is the Latin name for Oak. This beautiful bead is adorned with
an Oak leaf decoration. Designed to be worn on a chain around the neck
or on a bracelet.
The Dicentra Bead
Handcrafted in solid silver and embossed with little hearts perfect for
a bracelet or worn on a chain or cord around the neck.
Solidargo Pendant
Elegant and contemporary pendant suspended from an 18 inch silk
cord or 18 inch curb chain.
Crematorium staff are happy to complete the interring of ashes into the jewellery
process for a small fee
For pricing and lease information, visit the website www.reading.gov.uk
or pick up our leaflet Memorial Options Price List
Bronze Kerb & Granite Plaques
Vase & Tablets
Birdbaths
Trees & Benches
Memorial Beds
10 year renewable lease; contact the office for advice and to order
Cremated Remains Plot
75 year lease; contact the office for advice and to order
Sanctum
25 year renewable lease; contact office for advice and to order
Book of Remembrance
No lease; order online or contact office
Tree of Remembrance —Leaf Memorial
5 year lease; order online or contact office
Terms and conditions apply to all memorials at Reading Cemeteries and Crematorium
available on request.
Reading Crematorium
55 All Hallows Road
Caversham, Berkshire
RG4 5LP
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