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Memorial services

Temporary Grave Markers

A dignified, respectful marker for your loved one's grave while the permanent headstone is being made.

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A meaningful presence from the very first day

When a loved one is laid to rest, there is often a wait of several months before the permanent headstone is ready. During this time, the grave can feel bare and unfinished — and for many families, that is deeply uncomfortable.

Our temporary grave markers provide a dignified, respectful presence at the graveside from the very beginning. They mark the plot clearly, carry the name and dates of your loved one, and give the grave a sense of care and identity while you wait for the permanent memorial to be installed.

What our temporary markers provide

Clearly marks the graveEnsures the plot is identified and respected from the day of burial, giving families and visitors a focal point for remembrance.

Personalised with name and datesEach marker is inscribed with your loved one's name and dates, so the grave carries their identity from the very start.

Weather-resistant materialsMade to withstand the British weather — rain, frost, and wind — so the marker remains presentable throughout the waiting period.

Easy to remove when the headstone arrivesDesigned to be removed cleanly and simply once the permanent headstone has been installed, leaving no damage to the grave.

Available across London, Essex and KentWe supply and place temporary markers across our full coverage area, so you do not need to arrange this yourself.

Peace of mind for the familyKnowing the grave is marked and cared for brings real comfort during what is already a difficult time.

How it works

Get in touchContact us with the details of your loved one and the cemetery or churchyard where they are buried.

We arrange the markerWe prepare a personalised temporary marker inscribed with the name and dates you provide.

We place it at the gravesideWe visit the grave and place the marker carefully and respectfully, sending you a photograph once it is in place.

Removed when the headstone arrivesOnce your permanent headstone is ready and installed, we remove the temporary marker cleanly.

Arrange a temporary marker

Get in touch and we will take care of everything. We understand how important it is that your loved one's grave is marked with dignity from the very beginning.