Memorial stone 'Cylinder'

A place that holds its ground

Choosing a memorial stone carries real weight. You want something that reflects who they were, that will still be standing in forty years, and that gives anyone who visits a sense that this person mattered. The 'Cylinder' memorial stone in granite is built to do exactly that.

Granite: formed over millions of years

Granite begins as magma cooling slowly deep beneath the earth's surface, under intense heat and pressure over millions of years. That geological process produces one of the hardest natural materials available, frost-resistant and highly durable in exposed conditions. The flat faces of the Cylinder are precision-sawn and ground by skilled craftspeople, a process that demands both technical knowledge and patience. The result is a form that sits quietly and firmly in its surroundings.

Available in a range of granite colours

Granite occurs naturally in a broad palette, from deep anthracite and near-black through to softer brown and grey tones. Each colour carries its own mineral patterning, and because no two stones are identical, the piece you choose is genuinely unique before any personalisation is added.

Text engraving as a personal tribute

The smooth, ground surfaces of the Cylinder lend themselves well to engraving. A name, a date, a phrase that was theirs. The bond you shared, held in something permanent. Text engraving is available as an option, applied directly to the surface.

Practical steps before you order

Every cemetery operates under its own regulations. Before placing an order for a cremation urn or memorial stone, it is worth speaking with your cemetery authority or local council to confirm what is permitted at your specific site. Requirements can cover dimensions, materials and form, and some cemeteries restrict installation to approved local stonemasons.

Foundations and installation

Any concrete base beneath the memorial stone, and the foundation posts beneath that, must be installed by the cemetery. This is not something we are able to arrange on your behalf, so it is worth confirming the process with the site before you order.

Approval before production begins

Once you have placed your order, we will send you a proof for approval before any work begins. This gives you the opportunity to check the inscription carefully before it is applied.

This urn for ashes is a considered, lasting choice. If you have questions about the stone, engraving options or the ordering process, please call us or use the contact form and we will talk you through everything at your own pace.