Welcome to the Cemeteries section. This page provides information on the local cemeteries. We are responsible for the general management of two cemeteries; one cemetery is situated on B.582, Wigston Road, Oadby and the other is on A.5199, Welford Road, Wigston.
Burials 
All new burials now take place in the cemeteries lawn sections. In such areas the planting of flowers and shrubs around the graves is not permitted except for the first 500 millimetres (18 inches) in front of the memorial. Cut flowers and wreaths are allowed immediately in front of the memorial (except for cremated remains plots where they must be contained within the memorial bed provided).
Donations
Trees and shrubs, seats and litter bins, can be donated in memory of a loved one. Plaques may be put under trees and shrubs provided these are no larger than 150 millimetres by 100 millimetres, which is 6 inches by 4 inches, and the top of the plaque is no more than 300 millimetres, which is 12 inches above ground level. Plaques can also be attached to donated seats and litter bins.
Memorials
The holder of a deed can install a memorial to the deceased and applications are usually made through a funeral director or stonemason. There is usually no fee payable but permission is required before installation.
Opening Hours
Both cemeteries are open during daylight hours and are available for funerals throughout the week from:-
Monday From 10:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Tuesday From 10:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday From 10:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Thursday From 10:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Friday From 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Purchasing a Plot
Grave and cremated remains plots are usually purchased at the time of a funeral through the funeral director. They can also be purchased in advance. For more information contact Client Services|. When a plot is purchased you receive a Grant of Right of Burial (simply known as 'the deed'). The purchaser, and no one else even if related to the deceased, then has certain rights over the plot:-
The Grant of Right of Burial can be bequeathed to a member of the family and should be lodged with a solicitor. The right to plant flowers does not pass down.
Voluntary Organisations
The following organisations can be of great help at this difficult time:
Cruse Bereavement Care
The organisation provides information, advice, counselling and support. Telephone their helpline at (0870) 167 1677.
Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society also known as Sands
Members are all parents who have suffered the loss of a baby and can offer support through one-to-one or group meetings. Telephone their helpline at (0207) 436 5881.
For more information contact Customer Services as follows
Email: Client Services|
Telephone: Leicester (0116) 288 8961
Facsimile: Leicester (0116) 271 1459