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class=\"container site-title\">\r\n <p>Chilton Town Council<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/header>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"hero\" aria-labelledby=\"page-title\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h1 id=\"page-title\">Chilton Cemetery<\/h1>\r\n <p>\r\n Cemetery information, visitor guidance, history, layout details and useful links for families and visitors.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <main class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"layout\">\r\n <div>\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"overview\">\r\n <h2 id=\"overview\">Cemetery information<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">\r\n Chilton Town Council is the burial authority responsible for maintaining Chilton Cemetery\r\n and its burial records.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n While the gates of Chilton Cemetery are not locked, visitors are kindly asked to close them when leaving.\r\n The cemetery provides a peaceful and respectful place for remembrance, reflection and quiet visiting.\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"facts\">\r\n <div class=\"fact-card\">\r\n <h3>Established<\/h3>\r\n <p>Early 1925, with the first interment taking place on 12 February 1925.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"fact-card\">\r\n <h3>Location<\/h3>\r\n <p>Old A167 road, Chilton, County Durham, DL17 0EH.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"fact-card\">\r\n <h3>Layout<\/h3>\r\n <p>Seven sections, A to G, on either side of a central path with a circular walkway.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"fact-card\">\r\n <h3>Garden of Remembrance<\/h3>\r\n <p>A walled area where plaques are installed to remember loved ones.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"about-cemetery\">\r\n <h2 id=\"about-cemetery\">About the cemetery<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n At Chilton Town Council Cemetery, we are committed to providing a peaceful and respectful\r\n resting place for our community. Whether you are visiting to pay your respects or seeking\r\n practical information, we aim to offer support with care and understanding.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n Chilton Cemetery has been an important part of the community for many years. It opened for\r\n burials in early 1925, with the first interment taking place on 12 February 1925.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n The cemetery is situated on the old A167 road in Chilton, County Durham, DL17 0EH. It consists\r\n of seven sections, labelled A to G, which are arranged on either side of a central path, with\r\n a circular walkway in the middle.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n To the right of the cemetery is a walled Garden of Remembrance for residents who are important\r\n to Chilton but are not buried here. This area provides a place for reflection and remembrance.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n Over the years, the cemetery has grown to meet the needs of the local community while\r\n maintaining its quiet and well-kept setting. Its history reflects the heritage and values\r\n of Chilton and offers a connection to the people who helped shape the town.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"opening-times\">\r\n <h2 id=\"opening-times\">Opening information<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n The gates of Chilton Cemetery are not locked. Visitors may attend throughout the day,\r\n but we kindly ask that all gates are closed when leaving.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <div class=\"note\">\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">\r\n Please take care when visiting and help us maintain the cemetery as a peaceful and respectful place for everyone.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"further-information\">\r\n <h2 id=\"further-information\">Further information<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n Please refer to the cemetery links for additional guidance and resources, including:\r\n <\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>purchasing a grave<\/li>\r\n <li>guidelines for headstones and memorials<\/li>\r\n <li>the Garden of Remembrance<\/li>\r\n <li>burial records held by the Town Council<\/li>\r\n <li>fees and charges<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <p>\r\n We invite you to explore the other sections for more detailed information. If you have\r\n any questions, please get in touch with our team.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n You can also review the <a href=\"#\">Rules and Regulations for the Cemetery<\/a>.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"cemetery-image\">\r\n <h2 id=\"cemetery-image\">Chilton Cemetery general view<\/h2>\r\n <figure>\r\n <img decoding=\"async\"\r\n src=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/chilton-cemetery-gates.webp\"\r\n alt=\"Entrance gates at Chilton Cemetery\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\"\r\n \/>\r\n <figcaption>Entrance gates at Chilton Cemetery.<\/figcaption>\r\n <\/figure>\r\n <\/section>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <aside>\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"cemetery-links\">\r\n <h2 id=\"cemetery-links\">Cemetery links<\/h2>\r\n <ul class=\"sidebar-list\">\r\n <li><a href=\"#\">Purchasing a Grave<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/fees-and-charges\/\">Fees and Charges<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/cemetery-garden-of-remembrance\/\">Garden of Remembrance<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/cemetery-burial-records\/\">Burial Records<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/cemetery-headstone-and-memorials\/\">Memorial and Headstones<\/a><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"contact-help\">\r\n <h2 id=\"contact-help\">Need more information?<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n If you have questions about cemetery services, memorials, records or visiting information,\r\n please contact Chilton Town Council.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"sidebar-list\">\r\n <li>\r\n <strong>Email:<\/strong><br \/>\r\n <a href=\"mailto:info@chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\">info@chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk<\/a>\r\n <\/li>\r\n <li>\r\n <strong>Phone:<\/strong><br \/>\r\n <a href=\"tel:01388721788\">01388 721 788<\/a>\r\n <\/li>\r\n <li>\r\n <strong>Address:<\/strong><br \/>\r\n Hutton House, Durham Road, Chilton, County Durham, DL17 0HE\r\n <\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/section>\r\n <\/aside>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/main>\r\n\r\n <footer>\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <p>Chilton Town Council<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/footer>\r\n<\/body>\r\n<\/html>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cemetery Information | Chilton Town Council Chilton Town Council Chilton Cemetery Cemetery information, visitor guidance, history, layout details and useful links for families and visitors. 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<\/style>\r\n<\/head>\r\n<body>\r\n <header>\r\n <div class=\"container site-title\">\r\n <p>Chilton Town Council<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/header>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"hero\" aria-labelledby=\"page-title\">\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <h1 id=\"page-title\">Chilton Cemetery<\/h1>\r\n <p>\r\n Cemetery information, visitor guidance, history, layout details and useful links for families and visitors.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <main class=\"container\">\r\n <div class=\"layout\">\r\n <div>\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"overview\">\r\n <h2 id=\"overview\">Cemetery information<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">\r\n Chilton Town Council is the burial authority responsible for maintaining Chilton Cemetery\r\n and its burial records.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n While the gates of Chilton Cemetery are not locked, visitors are kindly asked to close them when leaving.\r\n The cemetery provides a peaceful and respectful place for remembrance, reflection and quiet visiting.\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"facts\">\r\n <div class=\"fact-card\">\r\n <h3>Established<\/h3>\r\n <p>Early 1925, with the first interment taking place on 12 February 1925.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"fact-card\">\r\n <h3>Location<\/h3>\r\n <p>Old A167 road, Chilton, County Durham, DL17 0EH.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"fact-card\">\r\n <h3>Layout<\/h3>\r\n <p>Seven sections, A to G, on either side of a central path with a circular walkway.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <div class=\"fact-card\">\r\n <h3>Garden of Remembrance<\/h3>\r\n <p>A walled area where plaques are installed to remember loved ones.<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"about-cemetery\">\r\n <h2 id=\"about-cemetery\">About the cemetery<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n At Chilton Town Council Cemetery, we are committed to providing a peaceful and respectful\r\n resting place for our community. Whether you are visiting to pay your respects or seeking\r\n practical information, we aim to offer support with care and understanding.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n Chilton Cemetery has been an important part of the community for many years. It opened for\r\n burials in early 1925, with the first interment taking place on 12 February 1925.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n The cemetery is situated on the old A167 road in Chilton, County Durham, DL17 0EH. It consists\r\n of seven sections, labelled A to G, which are arranged on either side of a central path, with\r\n a circular walkway in the middle.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n To the right of the cemetery is a walled Garden of Remembrance for residents who are important\r\n to Chilton but are not buried here. This area provides a place for reflection and remembrance.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n Over the years, the cemetery has grown to meet the needs of the local community while\r\n maintaining its quiet and well-kept setting. Its history reflects the heritage and values\r\n of Chilton and offers a connection to the people who helped shape the town.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"opening-times\">\r\n <h2 id=\"opening-times\">Opening information<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n The gates of Chilton Cemetery are not locked. Visitors may attend throughout the day,\r\n but we kindly ask that all gates are closed when leaving.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <div class=\"note\">\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">\r\n Please take care when visiting and help us maintain the cemetery as a peaceful and respectful place for everyone.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"further-information\">\r\n <h2 id=\"further-information\">Further information<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n Please refer to the cemetery links for additional guidance and resources, including:\r\n <\/p>\r\n <ul>\r\n <li>purchasing a grave<\/li>\r\n <li>guidelines for headstones and memorials<\/li>\r\n <li>the Garden of Remembrance<\/li>\r\n <li>burial records held by the Town Council<\/li>\r\n <li>fees and charges<\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <p>\r\n We invite you to explore the other sections for more detailed information. If you have\r\n any questions, please get in touch with our team.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n You can also review the <a href=\"#\">Rules and Regulations for the Cemetery<\/a>.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"cemetery-image\">\r\n <h2 id=\"cemetery-image\">Chilton Cemetery general view<\/h2>\r\n <figure>\r\n <img decoding=\"async\"\r\n src=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/chilton-cemetery-gates.webp\"\r\n alt=\"Entrance gates at Chilton Cemetery\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\"\r\n \/>\r\n <figcaption>Entrance gates at Chilton Cemetery.<\/figcaption>\r\n <\/figure>\r\n <\/section>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <aside>\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"cemetery-links\">\r\n <h2 id=\"cemetery-links\">Cemetery links<\/h2>\r\n <ul class=\"sidebar-list\">\r\n <li><a href=\"#\">Purchasing a Grave<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/fees-and-charges\/\">Fees and Charges<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/cemetery-garden-of-remembrance\/\">Garden of Remembrance<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/cemetery-burial-records\/\">Burial Records<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/cemetery-headstone-and-memorials\/\">Memorial and Headstones<\/a><\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"contact-help\">\r\n <h2 id=\"contact-help\">Need more information?<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n If you have questions about cemetery services, memorials, records or visiting information,\r\n please contact Chilton Town Council.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <ul class=\"sidebar-list\">\r\n <li>\r\n <strong>Email:<\/strong><br \/>\r\n <a href=\"mailto:info@chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\">info@chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk<\/a>\r\n <\/li>\r\n <li>\r\n <strong>Phone:<\/strong><br \/>\r\n <a href=\"tel:01388721788\">01388 721 788<\/a>\r\n <\/li>\r\n <li>\r\n <strong>Address:<\/strong><br \/>\r\n Hutton House, Durham Road, Chilton, County Durham, DL17 0HE\r\n <\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\n <\/section>\r\n <\/aside>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/main>\r\n\r\n <footer>\r\n <div class=\"container\">\r\n <p>Chilton Town Council<\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/footer>\r\n<\/body>\r\n<\/html>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cemetery Information | Chilton Town Council Chilton Town Council Chilton Cemetery Cemetery information, visitor guidance, history, layout details and useful links for families and visitors. 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