Lesley Shand Funeral Service
5.5 milesEast Street, Blandford Forum, DT11 7DR
St James Commonwealth War Grave
War graves
St James Commonwealth War Grave is a war cemetery 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.
| Location | Dorset, DT11 0AS |
|---|---|
| Council area | Dorset |
| Nearest town | Blandford Forum |
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 St James Commonwealth War Grave?
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 St James Commonwealth War Grave?
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.
Who looks after war graves?
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) cares for the graves of those who died in the two World Wars and has an online “Find War Dead” search.
Funeral directors near St James Commonwealth War Grave
Colin J Close Funeral Services
5.7 milesPeel Cl, Blandford Forum, DT11 7JU