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Headstones for Graves & Lawn Memorials
Upright granite headstones for lawn graves, in traditional and modern shapes. Cemetery rules decide height and whether a kerb is allowed.
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About Headstones & Lawn Memorials
Lawn headstones (also called lawn memorials) are the upright granite memorials most often used on lawn graves in UK cemeteries. A typical design is a headstone on a base, without a full kerb surround, in traditional ogee, modern square, heart or book shapes. Black granite, grey granite and other colours are shown with prices in the collection on this page.
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Cemetery rules decide what can be installed. Lawn sections commonly limit height and may not allow kerbs, vases or certain ornamentation. We start with the cemetery name, including lawn sections in London, Sheffield and Essex, and we do not promise a memorial type until that is clearer. Installations follow NAMM membership and BRAMM-aligned fixing, and remain subject to cemetery approval.
The first inscription is set out with the design. Later you may need an added inscription or matching lettering. Short wording ideas are in our inscription library. Photo plaques and granite vases can be considered where the burial ground allows them. Visit the Muswell Hill showroom by appointment, or enquire with the cemetery name if you have it.
How to choose a lawn headstone
A lawn headstone is an upright stone on a base. It does not surround the grave.
Tell us the cemetery
Lawn sections often allow an upright headstone, and often do not allow kerbs. We check the section before you choose.
Choose a design
Look at the shapes, colours and prices on this page.
Agree the wording
Most stones carry the name, the dates and a short line. We draw it up for you to check.
We apply, then fit it
We deal with the cemetery paperwork where it is needed. Fitting follows approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a lawn headstone or lawn memorial?
A lawn memorial is usually an upright granite headstone on a base, designed for a lawn grave. It marks the head of the plot and does not enclose the grave with kerb stones. That is the style many modern lawn cemeteries permit when a full kerb set would not be allowed.
Are lawn headstones allowed in every cemetery?
No. Many lawn sections allow an upright headstone within a set height, but churchyards, older sections and some municipal cemeteries have different rules. Tell us the cemetery and the section if you know it before choosing a shape. Designs remain subject to cemetery approval.
What size is a typical lawn headstone?
Many lawn headstones are around 2ft 6in or 3ft high, but that is only a guide. Width, thickness and base size also vary, and the cemetery drawing is what matters. We check typical limits for the burial ground before a design is finalised.
Can I add a photo to a lawn headstone?
Often yes, using a ceramic or granite photo plaque, where the cemetery allows it. Size and position have to fit the stone and the permit. Send a photograph of an existing memorial if you are adding to a stone that is already in place.
How do I choose an inscription for a lawn headstone?
Most lawn headstones carry the name, dates and a short line. Longer verses are harder to fit well. See our inscription ideas library for examples, then we set the lettering on an approval drawing. Additional names later usually need cemetery permission even when the stone is already installed.
How long does a lawn headstone take?
Lead times depend on the memorial and material. As a guide, most standard made-to-order memorials take around 20–24 weeks from deposit and confirmed payment. Stock memorials already in the UK are often ready in around 8–10 weeks. We confirm the timeframe on your quotation. Installation follows cemetery approval.
Do you supply lawn headstones in London and Sheffield?
Yes. London families can visit our Muswell Hill showroom by appointment. Sheffield and South Yorkshire are served by our North Hub. Essex memorials are arranged from the London workshop. In every case we start with the cemetery name.