Memorials

There are several types of memorial facilities located at Breakspear Crematorium.

Book of Remembrance

The Book of Remembrance is on display within the Hall of Memory (adjacent to the East chapel) and comprises of several volumes - 4 for each quarter of the year.

Book of Remembrance in cabinet
The books, which are displayed in protective cases, are on view throughout the year, open to the current date so inscriptions may be seen on each anniversary of the death or other specified date. 

The minimum entry is 2 lines consisting of the name of the deceased on the top line, with a personal inscription on the second. Entries of 5, 8 or 10 lines can include a floral, animal, bird, badge, crest or shield emblem, which may be of significance of the family. 

How to book

To ensure memorial entries are inscribed for the 1st anniversary or requested date, applications must be submitted by the following dates: 

  • January to March: By the September before
  • April to June: By the December before
  • July to September: By the March before
  • October to December: By the June before

Book of Remembrance application form NEW (PDF, 322 KB)

Online Book of Remembrance

In addition to the Book of Remembrance on display at Breakspear Crematorium, we have an online version, which is viewable 365 days of the year. 

We also have a computerised version that is located adjacent to the main books in the Hall of Memory.

View the online Book of Remembrance (opens new window)

Remembrance card
Remembrance cards and miniature books

Replica memorial cards (for individual entries) and miniature books (with up to 10 entries) are available for purchase in the same style as the Book of Remembrance. 

From placing your order, it can take approximately 3 to 4 months to complete and will be posted directly to your address. 

Both are handwritten and illustrated by the same craftsmen who inscribe the Book of Remembrance.

Examples are available for viewing at the crematorium office. 

Fees

Book of Remembrance

MemorialPrice
2 line inscription£88
5 line inscription£155
5 line inscription with emblem£272
8 line inscription£230
8 line inscription with emblem£392
8 line inscription with heraldic device£404


Remembrance cards - price per card

MemorialPrice
2 line inscription£64
5 line inscription£93
5 line inscription with emblem£210
8 line inscription£143
8 line inscription with emblem£260
8 line inscription with heraldic device£317


Miniature booklet - price per booklet

MemorialPrice
2 line inscription£87
5 line inscription£120
5 line inscription with emblem£237
8 line inscription£184
5 line inscription with emblem£301
8 line inscription with heraldic device£358
Additional inscriptions in existing bookletBy quotation