Funerals, burials and cremations

Dumfries and Galloway Council does not have a crematorium. The only crematoria in the area are privately run, but funeral arrangements can be made with the crematorium staff. They will discuss your requirements with you and make the practical arrangements for you. They'll normally speak to us directly when arranging a burial.

Cremated remains can be buried in a burial ground in the same way a coffin would be. The scattering of cremated remains in the open within cemeteries is not allowed, but you can contact our burial team to find out if ashes can be scattered on a burial plot.