Cambridge City Council cemetery fees
Current burial and cemetery fees for Cambridge City Council cemeteries – Huntingdon Road Cemetery and Newmarket Road Cemetery – effective 1 April 2026. Cambridge does not apply a resident/non-resident pricing distinction for most services.
Grave purchase (exclusive right of burial)
| Grave type | Term | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Adult grave | 50 years | £1,705 |
| Adult grave | 75 years | £2,475 |
| Adult grave | 99 years | £3,289 |
| 5-year extension to reinstate 99-year rights | – | £165 |
| Child aged 2 or younger | – | £205 |
Pre-purchased graves at Huntingdon Road Cemetery are available at higher rates (50-year £3,526; 75-year £4,345; 99-year £5,170).
Burial and interment fees
| Service | Monday–Friday | Saturday |
|---|---|---|
| Adult burial, single depth | £1,430 | £1,700 |
| Adult burial, double depth | £1,650 | £1,900 |
| Cremated remains burial | £338 | £418 |
| Children under 18 | No charge | No charge |
Memorial fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Memorial inspection fee | £108 |
| Additional inscriptions | £270 |
Cambridge does not operate a memorial permit system in the same way as some other councils – contact the bereavement services team for guidance on headstones and memorials.
Fees verified 2026-08-13, effective 1 April 2026. Source: Cambridge City Council bereavement fees and charges.
About Cambridge City Council cemeteries
Cambridge City Council operates Huntingdon Road Cemetery (Mill Road Cemetery closed to new graves). Both sites accommodate all faiths. A range of grave types is available including traditional lawn graves and a natural burial area at Newmarket Road Cemetery.
Contact: Cambridge City Council bereavement services – 01223 458000