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Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery

War graves

Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery is a war cemetery in Burslem, Staffordshire, in the Stoke-on-Trent council area. Most cemeteries in the UK are run by the local council, which handles burials, plots and memorials.

LocationBurslem, ST6 1RA
Council areaStoke-on-Trent
Nearest townBurslem

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Frequently asked questions

How do I arrange a burial at Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery?
Contact Stoke-on-Trent 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 Commonwealth War Graves 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.
Who looks after war graves?
The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) cares for the graves of those who died in the two World Wars and has an online “Find War Dead” search.

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