Urns and caskets
Choose from a variety of materials and styles designed for burial, scattering or keeping their ashes.
Memorials in Gravesend
A memorial gives you somewhere to visit and remember. Our funeral directors in Gravesend can help you choose one, whether or not they arranged the funeral.
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Choosing a memorial
Headstones, plaques, benches and books of remembrance all serve the same purpose in different ways. There is no hurry to decide, and we can talk you through what is possible at the cemeteries and crematoria near Gravesend.
Many ways to remember them
An item to treasure, a place to reflect, or a vessel to hold their ashes – honour their life in a way that feels right.
Looking after a memorial
Stone and lettering weather over time. We can arrange cleaning, repairs and additional inscriptions when a memorial needs them.
A lasting place of rest and remembrance
Give them a peaceful resting place within our own memorial grounds or cemeteries, where loved ones can reflect within beautiful, natural surroundings.
Vaults
Honour them alongside loved ones, in one of our cemeteries or gardens of remembrance. Available in specific locations.
Memorial gardens
Create a special space to visit and remember them. Including private and communal gardens, plaques, benches and more.
Mausoleums
Pay tribute with a private, permanent resting place above ground. Available in specific locations.
How we can help
Choosing the right memorial can depend on things like materials, personal preferences or what's allowed by the local cemetery. We're here to talk it through and help you decide.
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Local rules and approvals
Cemeteries and other sites often have rules about the size, materials and finishes allowed. We'll guide you through any approvals, so there are no surprises.
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Wording, lettering and design
We can help you choose the details, like the inscription, lettering style and design, so everything feels personal and works together.
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Take the time you need
Our memorial specialists are always here to guide you and answer your questions. You decide at your own speed, there's no rush.
Memorial costs
The cost of a memorial varies depending on what you choose – the type, materials, location, and how much personalisation you'd like can affect the price. We'll always be upfront about costs, so you know what to expect.
Talk to someone in Gravesend
Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.
What families say about us
Rated 4.93 / 5 based on 58 reviews.
Rated 5/5
Couldn't ask for a better funeral service. Ross, Matthew and the team were very helpful and compassionate and made organising the funeral for my aunt that little bit easier despite it having to be arranged over a distance via phone calls and emails as I'm based in Cornwall. The day of the funeral went off beautifully, and was a lovely final send off my dear Aunt. Thank you once again. Highly recommended.
neil levy, 17 February 2026
Rated 5/5
Very professional and very friendly and understanding
Martin Whitaker, 15 February 2026
Rated 5/5
We chose T S Horlocks to arrange our mums funeral after using them many years ago for our dad. The service was as amazing now as it was then.
The arrangements were made by Ross and he was a pleasure to work with. He was kind and gave us time to discuss decision's amongst ourselves. There was no pressure to add anything we did not want. We trusted him to choose our celebrant and he chose Maria Williams. She was wonderful and we was so happy with the eulogy she gave for mum.
Matthew was in contact a couple of times before the service to ask if we were ok and to double check the arrangements were all correct. On the day he and his team carried out their duties with dignity, compassion and respect for us and our mum. We was also given a memory box with our order of service, forget me not seeds, our flower cards and space to add our own items and mums photo in a frame. It was a lovely surprise and will be treasured.
Thank you to all the team for making a difficult time that bit easier for us
Debra Glanfield, 18 January 2026
FAQs
We're here to answer all your questions. If anything isn't clear, please ask us.
Advice and guidance
Guides to choosing a memorial and what to consider.
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.
Memorial FAQs
Straight answers on memorials – what they are for, the types families choose, the regulations sites set, materials and upkeep, and personalising one.
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.
Headstones
Choosing a headstone: materials, shapes, finishes and inscriptions, the cemetery rules that apply, and how long you must wait before one can be fixed.
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Talk to your local branch to get a quote
Your local funeral director can talk through our costs and any personal touches you want to include. Let us know what you're thinking and we'll work to your budget.