BURIALS, SCATTERINGS AND MEMORIAL SERVICES
Arnos Vale is a unique cemetery and beloved Bristol landmark
Established at the start of Queen Victoria’s reign, its architects created a scenic garden for gentle recreation and respectful remembrance of those who had passed. Following this tradition, Arnos Vale has been re-established as a serene final resting place, a beautiful natural landscape, and a welcoming location that encourages visitors to celebrate life and remember those who’ve passed.
To contact our Cemetery Service Manager, please email vanessa.spencer@arnosvale.org.uk
Support and extra information
When someone dies there are several things that you must do in the first few days - find out more here
There are several ways you can commemorate your loved one here, whether their final resting place is Arnos Vale or elsewhere.
Plaques & memorials
- Place a plaque under one of our trees, in the Gardens of Rest, or on the Memorial Wall.
- A memorial bench is a lovely way to provide a relaxing place to remember those departed.
- Include a calligraphic entry in our Books of Remembrance.
Books of Remembrance
The books are open for viewing in the West Lodge from 10am - 4pm every day of the week. The pages are turned daily to remember people who passed that day.
Traditionally, entries are added on the date of death. But you may choose to add a loved one’s entry on a date that’s more significant to you, such as a birthday or anniversary. You may also like to link your new entry with a relative previously added to the books for future generations to see. We’re more than happy to advise on wording and how entries can be linked in this way.
Each entry into the Books of Remembrance is hand-written in beautiful script and fine inks by a professional calligrapher. Entries are available in two-, five-, or eight-line additions with the option to add a flower, emblem, motif, or coat of arms.
Memorial cards and miniature books of remembrance are also available for you to keep a record at home or to pass on to relatives or friends.
To obtain a digitally scanned copy of a page from the Books of Remembrance to view from the comfort of your own home, please email info@arnosvale.org.uk.
Grave tidy & clearance
We offer a one-off grave tidy service on request for people who are unable to tend to their loved ones grave. We also offer a one-off clearance if the grave is now overgrown. This will remove all plants from the grave and its immediate surround, and ensure clear access from a main pathway.
