Business Details
47 Years
experience
Award-Winning Memorial Headstones & Services in Newcastle Upon Tyne
Joseph Richmond & Son Memorials, established in 1979, is a family-run business specialising in the creation and maintenance of memorial headstones. With over four decades of experience, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to produce durable, high-quality memorials. Our team holds NVQ Level 2 certification in Monumental Masonry and adheres to the National Association of Memorial Masons (NAMM) code of practice. We are listed on the British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons and offer a comprehensive service including bespoke designs, additional inscriptions, cleaning, and renovation.Our work has been recognised with awards for original memorial design, and we provide free surveys, competitive pricing, and a 100% price guarantee. We serve Tyne and Wear, Northumberland, and Durham, ensuring all work complies with local authority regulations.
Services
Memorial headstones
Additional inscriptions
Memorial cleaning
Memorial insurance
Grave maintenance
Accessories supply
Stone restoration
Photo plaques
Custom statues
Kerb edging
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Family-run business established in 1979 with four decades of experience
- NVQ Level 2 certified craftsmen ensuring consistent quality standards
- Full retail members of the National Association of Memorial Masons (NAMM)
- Listed on the British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons (BRAMM)
- Award-winning designs with first and third place in National Memorial Awareness Awards
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Memorial Masons (NAMM)
- British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons (BRAMM)
What people say
Exceptional quality
Professional service
Timely completion
Personalised approach
Excellent value
Services
Memorial headstones
We create bespoke memorial headstones using traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques. Our memorials are crafted from durable materials to ensure longevity. Customers can choose from standard designs or commission unique memorials tailored to their requirements.
Memorial cleaning
Our professional cleaning service restores weathered memorials to their original condition. We use specialist techniques to safely remove stains and debris while preserving the stone's integrity. All work complies with modern installation standards.
Additional inscriptions
We add new inscriptions to existing memorials using matching lettering styles. Our craftsmen replicate hand-cut, machine-cut, or grit-blasted lettering techniques. Free surveys determine the best approach for each memorial.
Memorial insurance
We offer a 5-year all-risks insurance policy covering accidental damage, storm damage, and vandalism. Premiums start at 28 for memorials up to 400 value, with coverage extending to 3,250.
Grave maintenance
Our grave care service includes plot tidying, weed control, and memorial inspections. Qualified masons perform maintenance work to ensure compliance with cemetery regulations and preserve memorial integrity.
People
Joseph Richmond
Founder
Established the business in 1979, combining traditional masonry skills with modern techniques to create lasting memorials.
Joseph Richmond II
Director
Continues the family tradition, overseeing daily operations and maintaining the high standards set by the founder.
Questions
Do you offer memorial cleaning services?
Yes, we provide professional memorial cleaning and restoration services across Tyne and Wear, Northumberland, and Durham.
Can you match existing memorial lettering?
Our trained craftsmen replicate original lettering styles using traditional and modern techniques for perfect matches.
Do you provide memorial insurance?
Yes, we offer a 5-year all-risks insurance policy through Royal & Sun Alliance for memorial protection.
Are you accredited by industry bodies?
We are full members of NAMM and listed on the British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons.
Can you add new inscriptions to existing memorials?
Yes, we provide additional inscription services with free surveys and quotations for cemetery memorials within 40 miles of Newcastle.
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