Traditional graves
Traditional graves allow for a full kerb set (a headstone with a stone surround ) alongside personalised memorial designs. A classic and enduring choice that can be tailored to reflect the individuality of your loved one.
Beckenham Cemetery
Beckenham Cemetery is a quiet corner of the London Borough of Bromley. It was laid out in the Victorian era, and the mature trees, kept gardens and narrow pathways still follow that tradition. Families from every background are buried here, and we work with community leaders and with you to make sure customs and traditions are followed properly. Our funeral directors in Beckenham can help you arrange a burial here.
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Arranging a funeral at Beckenham Cemetery
You can hold a funeral service in our chapel, bury someone here, or both. Speak to your local Dignity funeral director and they'll make the arrangements with the cemetery, including the grave itself and any memorial you'd like afterwards.
There's no rush, and no question is too small. You don't need to have anything worked out before you call.
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Burial plots at Beckenham Cemetery
Many of our graves can be reserved in advance, giving families the comfort of knowing loved ones can be laid to rest together.
If you would like to find out more about burial plots at Beckenham Cemetery, our dedicated team is here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Our grave options
Talk to your funeral director about grave options at Beckenham Cemetery.
Premium and prestige
These are positioned in some of the most sought-after locations within our grounds, chosen for their setting and accessibility. All traditional grave options, including kerb sets and personalised memorials, are available in these locations.
Private family burial gardens
Private family burial gardens are designed to give families a place they can feel connected to for years to come. They offer a private and gated resting place for burials (and ashes), with full flexibility on the internal design and memorials included.
Below ground vaults
Below ground vaults are secure chambers set beneath the ground, designed to hold coffins or ashes with long-term care and protection. Personal memorials can be incorporated, creating a lasting and meaningful place of remembrance.
Visiting us
- Elmers End Road, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 4TD
- 020 8658 9495
Office Opening Hours
Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Grounds Opening Hours
Monday-Friday October-March: 9am-5pm April-September: 9am-8pm
Book of Remembrance Hours
Monday-Friday October-March: 9am-5pm April-September: 9am-8pm
Our funeral directors near Beckenham Cemetery
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What to expect at a burial
Attending a burial
A burial usually takes place at a cemetery or churchyard, either as part of a service that starts elsewhere or as the main ceremony itself. Guests gather at the graveside, where a celebrant, faith leader, or family member leads a short service. This might include readings, prayers, music, or a few words of reflection before the coffin is lowered into the ground. Some families invite those attending to place a flower, a handful of earth, or another small, meaningful gesture into the grave.
What to wear
Most people wear black or dark clothing but this isn’t a rule. Some families ask guests to wear a particular colour or something that meant a lot to the person who has died, like a favourite team’s shirt. They may also just want people to wear whatever they’re comfortable in. If you’ve been invited and you’re not sure, ask the family.
After the ceremony
Once the burial is over, guests are often invited to join the family nearby for refreshments and time together, sometimes called a wake or a reception. It's a chance to share memories, offer your condolences, and support one another.
What families say about us
Rated 4.06 / 5 based on 36 reviews.
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Too expensive
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Rated 5/5
Lovely Gardens and helpful staff
Stephen Leah, 9 April 2025
FAQs
We’re here to answer all your questions. If anything isn’t clear, please ask us.
Advice and guidance
Guides on burial options and choosing a memorial.
Woodland burial
Natural burial in woodland – what happens on the day, the memorials sites allow, the eco coffins used, and what a plot is likely to cost.
Eco burial
Making a burial as environmentally friendly as possible – shrouds, biodegradable urns, tree pod burials, eco coffins and greener transport.
Types of memorials
The full range of memorials, from classic stone to personal keepsakes – how to choose one that suits the person, and what to do if there is no grave.
Traditional memorial stones and accompaniments
Traditional stone memorials – headstones, grave markers, statues and accompaniments – how long before one can be fitted, and adding to it later.
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