Churchyards are important spaces of remembrance, heritage, and community. Whether open or closed, they require careful maintenance and proper permissions for any changes.
This page outlines key responsibilities and guidance on topics like memorials, grave reservations, tree works, and record-keeping.
Please refer to the current Churchyard Guidance, noting that updated national guidance is expected soon. We’ll update this page when the new guidance is released.
For information regarding Churchyards and Biodiversity, please refer to the Environment section.