Services
Cayton Cemetery
Cayton Cemetery is owned and managed by Cayton Parish Council. The Council is responsible for the day‑to‑day administration of the cemetery, the setting of fees, and ensuring that the site is maintained as a respectful and peaceful place for remembrance.
The table of fees, payments and charges is set under the Local Government Act 1972 and the Local Authorities’ Cemeteries Order 1977, by the Parish Council.
Interments and Applications
All interments in Cayton Cemetery must be arranged through the Parish Council. Families, funeral directors or memorial masons should contact the Parish Clerk to request:
- An interment application form
- The current fees and charges
- Cemetery regulations and guidance
- Information on exclusive rights of burial and memorial permissions
Completed and signed application forms must be returned to the Parish Clerk and approved before any interment can take place. No burial or placement of ashes may proceed without written confirmation from the Council.
Forms may be submitted:
- By email – scanned or photographed copies are accepted
- By post – addressed to: Cayton Parish Council, Jubilee Hall, Main Street, Cayton, YO11 3TF
- By hand – via the Jubilee Hall letterbox
Exclusive Rights of Burial and Memorials
Exclusive rights of burial may be purchased for a grave space. This grants the holder the right to be interred in that plot and to authorise future interments or memorials. Memorials, headstones and plaques require prior approval from the Parish Council to ensure they meet cemetery regulations and safety standards.
Responsibilities of Families
Families and grave owners are responsible for the ongoing care of individual graves. This includes:
- Keeping the grave space tidy and well‑maintained
- Ensuring any memorials remain safe and in good condition
- Complying with cemetery regulations regarding planting, ornaments and decorations
- Notifying the Parish Council of any change of contact details for the grave owner
The Parish Council may take action where a grave or memorial becomes unsafe or significantly neglected, in line with best practice and statutory guidance.
Grounds Maintenance
The Parish Council arranges regular maintenance of the cemetery grounds, including grass cutting, pathways and general upkeep. This ensures the cemetery remains a respectful and accessible place for visitors throughout the year.