Urns and caskets
Choose from a variety of materials and styles designed for burial, scattering or keeping their ashes.
Memorials in East Grinstead
A memorial gives you somewhere to visit and remember. Our funeral directors in East Grinstead 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 East Grinstead.
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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Choosing a memorial that the cemetery or crematorium permits
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 and lettering for the inscription
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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Adding an inscription to an existing memorial
Our memorial specialists are always here to guide you and answer your questions. You decide at your own speed, there's no rush.
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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 East Grinstead
Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.
What families say about us
Rated 4.9 / 5 based on 34 reviews.
Rated 2 / 5
I have a wide experience of working with funeral directors and found the corporate approach of Dignity Funerals to be lacking the personal touch and attention to detail which is normally given by independent funeral directors in the making of arrangements. The funeral director on the day was excellent.
Caroline Vodden, 18 October 2026
Rated 5 / 5
Excellent, professional, and organised. Chris and Will at the East Grinstead Branch, supported us through the planning process, and through Dad's viewing. They were excellent at accepting my black sense of humour and we could often have a laugh about things, which I sorely needed to get me through. Cannot thank you enough for that. Thank you for the lovely memory keepsake book and box, It is much treasured and full of memories of Dad. Big thank you too, to embalmer Vanessa, who made Dad look so dignified and at peace, you did an excellent job, and it mean't I could see Dad one more time, in the chapel of rest. The day of my Father Peters' Funeral, 14.08.2026, everything ran like clockwork, Funeral Director on the day Adam did an excellent job, as did our limo driver Bert, and the pall bearers, it was perfect, the best send off is what my Father got. We cannot thank you all enough. A credit to your profession, all of you. We would strongly recommend your services. A shout out to Independent Celebrant Anita, who was fantastic on the day, and in the run up to the day, gave a beautiful Eulogy to Dad, and read our choice of poems perfectly. Would highly recommend her services also.
Vera Waters, 6 October 2026
Rated 5 / 5
Chappell and Rice were wonderful. This was the first time I had to deal with something like this, and they handled everything so well, from the first call, the first meeting and right through until my dear mothers funeral, and beyond. Nothing was ever too much trouble, every call and dealing I had with Kim Montague was so kind, courteous and professional. The level of sensitivity to what I, and my family were going through was exemplary. She is a credit to her company. I am extremely grateful that Chappell & Rice were the Funeral Directors. Also, I would like to mention Paul, who handled the actual day of my mother’s Funeral, he was perfect.
KD Hughes, 6 October 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.