Burial place promise over crematorium replanting

The Government of Jersey said the replanting of rose bushes at the Crematorium memorial rose garden would help maintain its 'beauty and tranquillity'

Families of loved ones laid to rest in Jersey Crematorium's gardens have been assured there would be "no disturbance to the burial places" as the government replants rose bushes.

The Government of Jersey said about 3,000 rose bushes would be replanted to maintain the "beauty and tranquillity of the garden for remembrance and reflection".

It said the work would be carried out in two phases, each taking about two weeks to complete, weather dependant.

Phase one starts on 2 December at the newer part of the crematorium garden and the main lawn, while phase two begins on 6 January 2025 in the old rose garden.

Areas temporarily inaccessible

The government said the project would cost about £60,000 from the Crematorium Memorial Fund, as agreed by the Crematorium User Group.

It includes the 3,000 rose bushes, labour, soil, treatment, and equipment.

"While the work is ongoing, some areas of the garden may be temporarily inaccessible, and flowerpots and markers will be removed," said the government.

"Staff at the Crematorium will be available to help and guide anyone visiting the garden.

"We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience as we carry out this important improvement."

"The new rose bushes will be planted in the exact original spot in alignment with the rose garden maps," it added.