Keele Cemetery

Keele Cemetery

Keele Road

Keele
Newcastle-under-Lyme
ST5 5AB

Opening hours
Winter months (October to March)
The cemetery gates will be open 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Summer months (April to September)
The cemetery gates will be open 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Background
Opened: 9 December 2010 Keele Cemetery provides a tranquil setting for families and visitors, offering both traditional and eco-friendly burial options. Its well-maintained grounds and various amenities ensure a dignified space for remembering loved ones and engaging with the local community.

Burial and Memorial Options

  • New and Re-Open Lawn Graves Traditional graves for new interments or returning loved ones to an existing family plot.
  • Cremated Remains Grave Spaces Dedicated areas for the burial of cremation ashes.
  • Woodland Burial Area A natural, eco-friendly alternative for those wishing to rest in harmony with the environment.
Ground Facilities 
  • Standpipes for Water
  • Information Boards
  • Toilets
  • Recycling Bins
  • Seating Areas Community and Countryside Projects
  • Collaborations with local schools and organisations can be arranged to encourage conservation and community engagement.
  • Memorialisation Options Choose from a variety of ways to commemorate your loved one, from plaques and headstones to tree dedications and more.

Vehicle Access

A dedicated car park is available, and vehicle access to grave areas is permitted for permit holders. This ensures a respectful environment while still accommodating visitors who may need closer access to gravesites.

Travel Information

  • By Train The nearest station is Stoke-on-Trent. From there, bus route 25 provides access to the cemetery.

  • By Bus From Newcastle-under-Lyme bus station, the 25 bus also serves the Keele area.

 

Cemetery Office

Responsible for overseeing all eight cemeteries in the region, including Keele Cemetery, the office maintains all cemetery records. It is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you have questions about plot availability, memorial options, or need assistance with documentation, the office staff will be glad to help.

Community Room Keele

Cemetery offers a community room, available for:

  • Funeral, burial, and memorial services of any denomination
  • Meetings, training sessions, or other appropriate gatheringsThis versatile space allows for a personalised service in a serene setting.

Community Room

Keele Cemetery offers a community room, available for:

  • Funeral, burial, and memorial services of any denomination
  • Meetings, training sessions, or other appropriate gatherings

This versatile space allows for a personalised service in a serene setting.

Family Research Room

The family research room is open during office hours for those wishing to access cemetery records. Staff members can offer assistance with genealogical research or locating specific graves.

  • Appointments: Must be scheduled in advance
  • Fees: There may be a charge for using this facility