In Bedford Borough we offer two sites for burial and cremation. Norse Road and Foster Hill Cemetery. The information below will give you further information about both sites and fees.
Crematorium
Cemeteries
Upcoming funeral services
Memorial inspection programme
This programme identifies memorials in need of repair. It is part of our duty to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors. The memorial inspection programme covers:
- all headstones at Foster Hill Road and Norse Road Cemeteries
- closed graveyards we are responsible for
Funeral ash scattering
See the funeral ash scattering guidelines from Environment Agency (PDF) for where you can scatter ashes within Bedford Borough.
Reporting issues in our closed cemeteries
We inspect all memorials in our closed cemeteries to make sure they are safe and free of vandalism. Call 01234 718150 or email crem@bedford.gov.uk if you want to:
- raise any concerns
- report vandalism
- have questions regarding our closed cemeteries across Bedford Borough