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Catterline Churchyard
Aberdeenshire · Aberdeenshire Council
Burial Ground Information
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Burial GroundCatterline Churchyard
County or RegionAberdeenshire
Burial AuthorityAberdeenshire Council
Authority TypeCouncil
Contact Telephone01467 538267
Contact Email: burialadminnorth@aberdeenshire.gov.uk
Memorial Permits and Fees
Burial authorities may require permission before a headstone or memorial can be installed. Fees and requirements can vary by grave type, location and application.
Memorial Permit RequiredRecorded as required
Permit Fee GuidancePublished fee details: £56.00 resident / £97.00 non-resident where no foundation is required; £287.00 resident / £499.00 non-resident for preparatory headstone foundation work | 2026/27 council headstone and memorial permission/foundation charges
Approval ProcessContact council bereavement/burial service; verify site-specific memorial requirements before manufacture.
Published fees may be conditional or outdated. Confirm the applicable fee directly with the burial authority before making an application. If you are budgeting for a memorial, you can also explore headstones and memorial optionsbefore requesting a quotation.
Memorial Rules and Regulations
Different burial grounds and grave sections may have different rules concerning memorial sizes, materials, installations and artwork.
Memorial RestrictionsMemorial erection/inscription requires prior approval by the authorised officer with a written statement and drawing. Memorial must not protrude over the part of the lair required for burial or encroach on another lair. Kerbs, copes, corner stones and railings enclosing a lair space are not permitted. Current council guidance also regulates ornamentation of lairs.
Rules and GuidanceMemorial erection/inscription requires prior approval by the authorised officer with a written statement and drawing. Memorial must not protrude over the part of the lair required for burial or encroach on another lair. Kerbs, copes, corner stones and railings enclosing a lair space are not permitted. Current council guidance also regulates ornamentation of lairs.
Maximum Height Guidance1500
Maximum Width GuidanceContact burial ground directly for information
Maximum Depth GuidanceContact burial ground directly for information
Memorial Size ApprovalCheck grave section and recorded restrictions; contact burial ground directly for information
Memorial Mason RequirementsMemorial approval must be obtained through the council/authorised officer before erection; specific mason accreditation requirement not identified in the current official sources reviewed.
Kerb Memorial RestrictionsRailings, kerbs, corner stones, copes, globes and large plants/shrubs are not permitted in the lair space.
Recorded dimensions do not guarantee that a particular memorial is permitted. Approval may depend on the individual grave section and burial authority. For ideas that can be assessed against these rules, you can explore memorial designs at home.
Official Documents and Sources
Where available, use these official sources to confirm memorial permit applications, cemetery rules and current requirements. For help with memorial manufacture and fitting, see Magic Memorials.
Memorial Permit Information ↗Official Cemetery Regulations ↗Official Information Source ↗Last Research Verification2026-10-07
Planning a Memorial for Catterline Churchyard?
Choosing a memorial is a personal decision. Whether you prefer a traditional granite headstone, a photographic memorial or something completely bespoke, Magic Memorials can help you explore your options, including traditional headstones, photographic memorials, additional inscriptions and refurbishment enquiries.
The Magic Memorials Designer allows you to create a personalised design from the comfort of your own home. No design skills or experience are required.
The design experience is free to use, with no obligation to purchase.
Magic Memorials can help with memorial design, manufacturing, cemetery paperwork and nationwide fitting. All proposed memorials remain subject to burial authority approval.
Memorial Advice & Guidance
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Guidance is general. Always confirm the rules and fees for your particular burial ground.
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