The majority of standard headstones today are made from granite. To keep costs down, words or designs are usually machined on. They come in a variety of colours and finishes, and many makers will include a certain amount of “free” lettering within the cost.

www.simplymemorials.co.uk

www.affordablememorials.co.uk

www.jgmemorials.co.uk

www.memorialsofdistinction.co.uk

The British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons has a more comprehensive list of masons, and a helpful search tool which you can find at www.bramm-uk.org/publicsearch