How much does a headstone cost?
Headstone prices depend on the stone, size, granite colour, lettering, personalisation and fitting. Cemetery permit fees may also apply.
Balure
Argyll and Bute · Argyll and Bute Council
Burial Ground Information
Find available information about this burial ground, its operator and the requirements for arranging a memorial.
Burial GroundBalure
County or RegionArgyll and Bute
Burial AuthorityArgyll and Bute Council
Authority TypeCouncil
Contact Telephone01546 605522
Contact Email: Enquiries@argyll-bute.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 Guidance2026/27: £236 permission for standard memorial/one-off design. Semi-recumbent book memorial £115; plaque £115; Tiree headstone £302. Confirm memorial type and site.
Approval ProcessCouncil monument permit / lair holder application
Published fees may be conditional or outdated.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 RestrictionsCouncil permit required. Only approved monuments may be erected; one floral container or plaque/tablet at head of lair/immediately in front of headstone. Glass and ceramic containers prohibited; kerbs, artificial wreaths, pall stones, globes and similar are not permitted. All monuments must comply with NAMM Code of Practice or equivalent. Lair holder must apply and pay fee.
Rules and GuidanceCouncil permit required. Only approved monuments may be erected; one floral container or plaque/tablet at head of lair/immediately in front of headstone. Glass and ceramic containers prohibited; kerbs, artificial wreaths, pall stones, globes and similar are not permitted. All monuments must comply with NAMM Code of Practice or equivalent. Lair holder must apply and pay fee.
Maximum Height GuidanceContact burial ground directly for information
Maximum Width GuidanceContact burial ground directly for information
Maximum Depth GuidanceContact burial ground directly for information
Memorial Size ApprovalV79 verified: Verified operator guidance (grave section must be confirmed): Standard memorial: Permission £236; semi-recumbent book £115; plaques £115; Tiree headstone £302. Confirm category. | Contact burial ground directly for information where grave section is unknown.
Memorial Mason RequirementsMemorial must comply with NAMM Code of Practice or equivalent fixing guidance; memorial application completed by lair holder/memorial mason.
Kerb Memorial RestrictionsNot yet confirmed
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.
Official Cemetery Regulations ↗Official Information Source ↗Last Research Verification2026-09-13T00:00:00
Planning a Memorial for Balure?
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
Helpful answers for families choosing, designing or caring for a memorial.
What can I have on a memorial?
Choose from traditional memorials, bespoke shapes, granite colours, personal artwork, photographs and meaningful details. Cemetery regulations may affect what is permitted.
Can I design my own memorial?
Yes. The free Magic Memorials Designer allows you to explore personal designs from home, including inscriptions, photographs, colours and artwork.
Do I need permission for a headstone?
Most burial grounds require permission before a memorial can be installed. Magic Memorials can help families understand cemetery regulations and the application process.
Can I have photographs on a headstone?
Suitable memorials can feature treasured photographs, portraits and full colour imagery. Magic Memorials specialises in photographic memorial personalisation using MMIT.
What should I write on a headstone?
An inscription can include names, dates, verses and personal messages. Families can also explore lettering styles and additional inscriptions for existing memorials.
Can an old memorial be restored?
Many memorials can be cleaned, repaired, refurbished or personalised further. The options depend on the condition of the existing memorial.
How long does a headstone take?
Timescales depend on cemetery approval, memorial design, manufacturing and fitting arrangements. Bespoke memorials may require additional time.
Have an idea for a completely bespoke memorial?
From traditional craftsmanship to imaginative designs and AI created concepts, Magic Memorials can help explore how your ideas could become a real memorial, subject to manufacturing suitability and cemetery approval.
Explore bespoke memorials →Guidance is general. Always confirm rules, permissions and fees with the relevant burial authority. Magic Memorials is the independent founding commercial sponsor of Burial Grounds UK.
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All submitted changes will require administrator approval before publication. Public contributions are not yet enabled.
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