Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Memorial Stone Services in Surbiton
Established in 1921, Kingston Masonry has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship in memorial design and stonework. Our team combines traditional hand-carving techniques with modern technology to create bespoke tributes tailored to individual needs. Based in Surbiton, we offer a comprehensive selection of materials including white marble, Cornish granite, and Portland stone, alongside expert guidance through every stage of the memorial selection process. Our commitment to quality and compassionate service has earned us longstanding trust within the community. We specialise in lawn memorials, children's memorials, and churchyard installations, ensuring each design meets both aesthetic and regulatory requirements.With a showroom displaying extensive design samples, we provide peace of mind through meticulous attention to detail and compliance with burial authority standards. Our directors personally oversee projects, maintaining the ethos of respect and precision instilled since our founding. Regularly praised for swift turnaround times and empathetic support, we treat every commission as a meaningful tribute to a loved one's legacy. This dedication to excellence continues to define our service across Kingston upon Thames and surrounding areas.
Services
Memorial Design
Lawn Memorials
Children's Memorials
Churchyard Memorials
Kerb Set Memorials
Bronze Ornaments
Statues
Renovation Service
Additional Inscriptions
Details
- Year established: 1921
Highlights and features
- We have 100 years of heritage in memorial craftsmanship
- We combine traditional hand-carving with modern design technology
- Our Surbiton showroom displays full material and design options
- We offer guaranteed compliance with burial authority regulations
- Our team provides compassionate, personalised memorial consultations
What people say
Exquisite craftsmanship
Compassionate and attentive
Swift turnaround
Meticulous attention to detail
Personalised service
Services
Memorial Design
Our memorial design service combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to create bespoke tributes. We offer consultations to understand personal requirements, providing options in various materials including granite, marble, and limestone. Each design ensures compliance with burial authority regulations while capturing individual stories through custom lettering and ornamentation.
Lawn Memorials
We specialise in lawn memorials that provide a flat, level tribute in keeping with cemetery aesthetics. Available in multiple stone types, these memorials feature durable construction with precision-cut lettering. Our team ensures proper foundation work and ground fixing to maintain longevity while meeting specific burial ground requirements.
Children's Memorials
Specially designed memorials for children incorporate gentle design elements and compassionate craftsmanship. We offer scaled-down versions of traditional memorials with custom personalisation options. Our team provides sensitive guidance through material selection and design choices to create meaningful tributes that honour young lives.
Kerb Set Memorials
Our kerb set memorials feature defined borders with interior design options for enhanced visual impact. Customers may choose from various stone combinations and decorative elements like carved flowers or religious symbols. The memorials include compliance checks with cemetery regulations and professional installation services.
Bronze Ornaments
We supply and install bronze ornaments including nameplates, floral tributes, and commemorative emblems. These durable additions complement existing memorials with corrosion-resistant materials. Our team ensures secure fixing and offers a range of traditional and contemporary designs to enhance personalised tributes.
People
Chris Lodge
Director
Third-generation memorial craftsman with over 25 years' experience in stonework and design. Oversees all projects personally, maintaining family traditions of precision and compassion. Regularly praised for attentive consultations and swift project completion.
Questions
How do I start the memorial design process?
Contact us via phone or email to arrange a consultation at our Surbiton showroom where we'll discuss your requirements and show material options.
What materials are available for memorials?
We offer white marble, Cornish granite, Portland stone, and various granites including Balmoral Red and Blue Pearl, with samples available in our showroom.
Can I customise my memorial design?
Yes, we provide bespoke design services including custom lettering, carved ornamentation, and unique shape configurations to create personal tributes.
Do you handle cemetery regulations?
Our team ensures all memorials meet specific burial authority requirements, including size, material, and foundation specifications.
What memorial types do you supply?
We create lawn memorials, kerb sets, children's memorials, churchyard installations, and traditional headstones in various stone types.
How long does memorial installation take?
Most projects complete within 6-8 weeks from design approval, with urgent cases accommodated where possible.
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