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Abbey Burial Ground

Church of England

Abbey Burial Ground is a Church of England cemetery or burial section in Dorset, Dorset, in the Dorset council area. Most cemeteries in the UK are run by the local council, which handles burials, plots and memorials.

LocationDorset, DT2 7JH
Council areaDorset
Nearest townDorchester

Directions Dorset bereavement services

Most UK cemeteries are run by the local council. Dorset Council’s bereavement services team handles burials, grave purchases, memorial permits and grave searches.

Frequently asked questions

How do I arrange a burial at Abbey Burial Ground?
Contact Dorset council’s bereavement services or ask a funeral director to arrange it. You’ll need the registrar’s certificate for burial and, for a new grave, to buy the exclusive right of burial.
How do I find a grave at Abbey Burial Ground?
The cemetery office holds burial registers and grave plans. Many councils also have online burial record searches, and some records are indexed by genealogy websites.

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