Rapness Cemetery
Rapness Cemetery is a cemetery in Orkney Islands, Orkney Islands, in the Orkney Islands council area. Most cemeteries in the UK are run by the local council, which handles burials, plots and memorials.
| Location | Orkney Islands, KW17 2DE |
|---|---|
| Council area | Orkney Islands |
| Nearest town | Kirkwall |
Frequently asked questions
How do I arrange a burial at Rapness Cemetery?
Contact Orkney Islands council’s bereavement services or ask a funeral director to arrange it. You’ll need the registrar’s certificate for burial and, for a new grave, to buy the exclusive right of burial.
How do I find a grave at Rapness Cemetery?
The cemetery office holds burial registers and grave plans. Many councils also have online burial record searches, and some records are indexed by genealogy websites.