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