Sanctum above ground vault

Sanctum memorial vaults offer a dignified above ground resting place in a number of our city cemeteries. The vaults are a granite built stand alone mausoleum, complete with memorial plaque and flower vase.

Each vault can contain the cremated remains of up to two sets of ashes which can be interred directly by a family member during the service or a council representative/funeral director should this be the wishes of the family.

As an above ground vault, this memorial provides families with the flexibility to remove or relocate remains where necessary, due to the easy access of the ashes, whilst also offering an alternative to individuals who prefer to be interred above ground.

The initial purchase cost includes an inscription on the memorial plaque of up to 80 letters, with additional letters available where necessary. Purchasers may also enhance the plaque with a beautiful hand-carved pictorial design from a variety of images available including floral tributes, wildlife, sports and hobbies, or anything that helps to recognise the important moments in a person's life.

Following purchase of your order, a member of the Bereavement Services team will contact you to discuss your inscription requirements and offer support to ensure your memorial is both fitting and meaningful and where possible, inscribed before the interment to make the service a personnel experience.

To arrange the interment of the cremated remains please contact bereavement.services@sunderland.gov.uk after completing the application form.

Please read the Sanctum above ground vault conditions of ownership.