Business Details
Bespoke Granite Memorials & Headstones in Aberdeen
Established in 1876, we are a family-run business and one of the largest manufacturers of granite memorials in Great Britain. Our legacy combines modern machinery with traditional handcraftsmanship to create bespoke headstones, full grave memorials, and related products. With a network of 29 branches across Scotland, England, and Wales, we offer tailored services including additional inscriptions, renovations, and professional cleaning. Our skilled craftsmen ensure each memorial reflects individuality while adhering to the highest standards of quality and durability.We pride ourselves on guiding families through the memorial selection process, providing expert advice on design, inscription, and compliance with burial regulations. Our commitment to excellence is underscored by a free inspection service and a dedication to preserving the integrity of memorials for future generations.
Services
Headstones
Full Grave Memorials
Children's Memorials
Vases & Plaques
Ornaments & Accessories
Additional Inscriptions
Memorial Renovations
Professional Cleaning
Refixing Services
Free Inspections
Highlights and features
- We have over 145 years of experience in crafting bespoke memorials.
- Our skilled craftsmen combine modern machinery with traditional hand methods.
- We operate 29 branches across Scotland, England, and Wales.
- Our team provides expert guidance on memorial design and inscription compliance.
- We offer a free inspection service for long-term memorial preservation.
Services
Headstones
We craft bespoke headstones using a combination of modern machinery and traditional hand methods. Our skilled artisans ensure each design meets individual requirements while adhering to burial ground regulations. Clients receive expert guidance on size, inscription, and personalisation options to create a lasting tribute.
Full Grave Memorials
Our full grave memorials provide ample space for gardens, decorative chippings, or extended inscriptions. Available in various sizes, these memorials are tailored to client preferences, combining durability with aesthetic appeal. We assist with design selection and compliance checks during the ordering process.
Children's Memorials
We adapt any memorial design to suit children's tributes, offering unique and sensitive options. Our team provides compassionate support to help families create meaningful memorials, incorporating personal elements such as engraved ornaments or custom inscriptions to reflect the child's individuality.
Additional Inscriptions
We add inscriptions to existing memorials, matching original styles as closely as possible. Our craftsmen provide advice on wording and layout, ensuring new text complements the existing design. Inscriptions are completed on-site or in workshops for precision.
Memorial Renovations
Our renovation services include cleaning, inscription restoration, and structural repairs. We use specialist solutions to rejuvenate aged memorials and offer free inspections to assess repair needs. Clients receive cost estimates and recommendations for preserving their memorial's condition.
Questions
What memorial options are available for children?
We adapt any memorial design for children, offering bespoke tributes with personal elements like engraved ornaments or custom inscriptions.
Can you add inscriptions to existing memorials?
Yes, we add inscriptions to existing memorials, matching original styles as closely as possible through on-site or workshop work.
Do you offer memorial cleaning services?
Yes, we provide professional cleaning to rejuvenate aged memorials using specialist solutions for mould, algae, and lichen removal.
Are your memorials compliant with burial regulations?
Our team ensures all memorials meet burial ground size and placement regulations during the design and ordering process.
How can I request a memorial brochure?
We offer downloadable brochures for Scottish, English, and Welsh cemeteries on our website, or we can post printed versions directly.
Do you have branches outside Scotland?
Yes, we have 11 branches in England and serve Wales, with a nationwide network supporting local memorial needs.
