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regulations,\r\n ownership requirements, inspection procedures and support information.\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\">Guidelines for memorials<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">\r\n At Chilton Cemetery, we understand the importance of creating a meaningful and lasting tribute to loved ones.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n While Chilton Town Council is not a manufacturer or supplier of headstones and memorials,\r\n guidelines are in place to ensure consistency, safety and respect within the cemetery grounds.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n These rules help preserve the dignity of the cemetery and support the safety of visitors,\r\n contractors and maintenance teams.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"regulations\">\r\n <h2 id=\"regulations\">Regulations and requirements<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n All headstones and memorials must comply with the approved cemetery regulations.\r\n This includes guidance relating to:\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"grid\">\r\n <div class=\"card\">\r\n <h3>Size and dimensions<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n Memorials must meet the permitted size and dimensional requirements for the cemetery.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"card\">\r\n <h3>Materials<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n Memorials should be made using approved materials suitable for long-term safety and appearance.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"card\">\r\n <h3>Placement and installation<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n Headstones and memorials must be positioned and installed in accordance with cemetery rules.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"card\">\r\n <h3>Inscriptions and decorations<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n Inscriptions, finishes and decorative features must meet the cemetery\u2019s requirements.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note\">\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">\r\n These regulations are intended to maintain a peaceful, respectful and well-managed cemetery environment.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"families-and-suppliers\">\r\n <h2 id=\"families-and-suppliers\">Important information for families and memorial suppliers<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n Families wishing to install a memorial or headstone should consult with their chosen supplier\r\n to ensure that all work complies with the cemetery\u2019s regulations.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n It is the responsibility of both the family and the supplier to make sure these guidelines are followed.\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"warning\">\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">\r\n <strong>Please note:<\/strong> you must be the registered owner of the grave to approve a headstone\r\n or memorial. Details about ownership and transfers can be found in the\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/purchasing-a-cemetery-plot\/\">Purchasing a Grave<\/a> section.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <p>\r\n We are here to help guide families through this process with care and respect.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"inspections\">\r\n <h2 id=\"inspections\">Headstone inspections<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n Local authorities are responsible for the regular inspection of headstones in cemeteries.\r\n These inspections are typically carried out every five years.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n The next planned full inspection at Chilton Cemetery will take place in <strong>2028<\/strong>.\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"download-box\">\r\n <h3>Inspection procedure<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n You can read the current inspection procedure here:\r\n <\/p>\r\n <a\r\n class=\"button-link\"\r\n href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Headstone-Inspection-Procedure-JANUARY-2025.pdf\"\r\n >\r\n Download Headstone Inspection Procedure (PDF)\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"cemetery-view\">\r\n <h2 id=\"cemetery-view\">Chilton Cemetery<\/h2>\r\n <figure>\r\n <img decoding=\"async\"\r\n src=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Chilton-Cemetery-General-View.webp\"\r\n alt=\"General view across Chilton Cemetery\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\"\r\n \/>\r\n <figcaption>General view of 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=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/cemetery-2\/\">Cemetery Information<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a 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including regulations,\r\n ownership requirements, inspection procedures and support information.\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\">Guidelines for memorials<\/h2>\r\n <p class=\"lead\">\r\n At Chilton Cemetery, we understand the importance of creating a meaningful and lasting tribute to loved ones.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n While Chilton Town Council is not a manufacturer or supplier of headstones and memorials,\r\n guidelines are in place to ensure consistency, safety and respect within the cemetery grounds.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n These rules help preserve the dignity of the cemetery and support the safety of visitors,\r\n contractors and maintenance teams.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"regulations\">\r\n <h2 id=\"regulations\">Regulations and requirements<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n All headstones and memorials must comply with the approved cemetery regulations.\r\n This includes guidance relating to:\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"grid\">\r\n <div class=\"card\">\r\n <h3>Size and dimensions<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n Memorials must meet the permitted size and dimensional requirements for the cemetery.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"card\">\r\n <h3>Materials<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n Memorials should be made using approved materials suitable for long-term safety and appearance.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"card\">\r\n <h3>Placement and installation<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n Headstones and memorials must be positioned and installed in accordance with cemetery rules.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"card\">\r\n <h3>Inscriptions and decorations<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n Inscriptions, finishes and decorative features must meet the cemetery\u2019s requirements.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"note\">\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">\r\n These regulations are intended to maintain a peaceful, respectful and well-managed cemetery environment.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"families-and-suppliers\">\r\n <h2 id=\"families-and-suppliers\">Important information for families and memorial suppliers<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n Families wishing to install a memorial or headstone should consult with their chosen supplier\r\n to ensure that all work complies with the cemetery\u2019s regulations.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n It is the responsibility of both the family and the supplier to make sure these guidelines are followed.\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"warning\">\r\n <p style=\"margin:0;\">\r\n <strong>Please note:<\/strong> you must be the registered owner of the grave to approve a headstone\r\n or memorial. Details about ownership and transfers can be found in the\r\n <a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/purchasing-a-cemetery-plot\/\">Purchasing a Grave<\/a> section.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n <p>\r\n We are here to help guide families through this process with care and respect.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"inspections\">\r\n <h2 id=\"inspections\">Headstone inspections<\/h2>\r\n <p>\r\n Local authorities are responsible for the regular inspection of headstones in cemeteries.\r\n These inspections are typically carried out every five years.\r\n <\/p>\r\n <p>\r\n The next planned full inspection at Chilton Cemetery will take place in <strong>2028<\/strong>.\r\n <\/p>\r\n\r\n <div class=\"download-box\">\r\n <h3>Inspection procedure<\/h3>\r\n <p>\r\n You can read the current inspection procedure here:\r\n <\/p>\r\n <a\r\n class=\"button-link\"\r\n href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Headstone-Inspection-Procedure-JANUARY-2025.pdf\"\r\n >\r\n Download Headstone Inspection Procedure (PDF)\r\n <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n\r\n <section class=\"panel\" aria-labelledby=\"cemetery-view\">\r\n <h2 id=\"cemetery-view\">Chilton Cemetery<\/h2>\r\n <figure>\r\n <img decoding=\"async\"\r\n src=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Chilton-Cemetery-General-View.webp\"\r\n alt=\"General view across Chilton Cemetery\"\r\n loading=\"lazy\"\r\n \/>\r\n <figcaption>General view of 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=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/cemetery-2\/\">Cemetery Information<\/a><\/li>\r\n <li><a href=\"https:\/\/chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\/index.php\/purchasing-a-cemetery-plot\/\">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-details\">\r\n <h2 id=\"contact-details\">Contact information<\/h2>\r\n <ul class=\"sidebar-list\">\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 <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 <\/ul>\r\n\r\n <a class=\"button-secondary\" href=\"mailto:info@chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk\">\r\n Contact the Town Council\r\n <\/a>\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>Memorials and Headstones | Chilton Cemetery | Chilton Town Council Chilton Town Council Memorials and Headstones Guidance on memorials and headstones at Chilton Cemetery, including regulations, ownership requirements, inspection procedures 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