Sudbury Cemetery
Newton Rd, Sudbury CO10 2RN
The Town Council's cemetery dates back to 1859 and has some fine Victorian memorials as well as a beautiful flint chapel which can be used for services.
There is very limited space remaining for new graves and these are now only allocated for use as they are required.
Our staff at the Town Hall may be able to assist with family history research of those interred in the cemetery.
Located in close proximity to the town centre, Sudbury Cemetery is an oasis of tranquillity and a haven for wildlife. Please be respectful of your surroundings while visiting the cemetery and keep dogs on a lead at all times.
The Green Burial site
Sudbury Town Council’s Green Burial Site offers the community an environmentally friendly alternative burial option in a peaceful natural setting, with a strong focus on supporting biodiversity.
Green burials are carried out using only biodegradable materials, helping to minimise environmental impact while allowing the land to return naturally to nature. The site is managed to encourage native plants, wildflowers, insects, birds, and other wildlife, creating a rich and diverse natural habitat.
Graves are left unmarked but are carefully recorded on a site plan. Trees and shrubs planted throughout the site are allowed to mature naturally, supporting local ecosystems and providing a lasting and meaningful tribute.
Please contact us using the details above to discuss this option further.
Eco-friendly maintenance
Sudbury Cemetery is maintained in-house by our dedicated team of Community Wardens.
Since 2023, we have introduced a range of measures to improve the environment, reduce waste, and encourage biodiversity.
These include rainwater harvesting, composting green waste, recycling wood chippings for community use, creating undisturbed wildlife areas, installing recycled plastic bins, and replanting native hedgerows.
The cemetery is now home to a wide variety of birds, insects, and wildlife, helping to create a greener and more sustainable space for the community.
Cemetery Map
To download a sections map of Sudbury Cemetery click the button below.
For assitance locating a particular plot or grave please get in touch via the contacts above.
The map also indicates what year each section of the cemetery was opened with the original Victorian part of the cemetery and main entrance accessed via Newton Road.
Commonwealth War Graves
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission aims to commemorate the men and women of the Commonwealth who lost their lives during the World Wars. Part of this is telling their stories to ensure they are not forgotten.
Search Commonwealth War Graves at Sudbury Cemetery here.
Local Funeral Services
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J Edwards Independent Funeral Directors - visit website
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Hunnaball of Sudbury, Family Funeral Group - visit website
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Brown Fenn & Parker Funeral Directors - visit website
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Harvey Darke Funeral Service - visit website
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East of England Co-op Funeral Directors - visit website
Image courtesy J Edwards Independent Funeral Services, Sudbury.
