Instone Memorials

11/04/2026

National pet day!!!
We are dog friendly - it is encouraged 😊🐶❤️

11/04/2026

National pet day on the High Street! 🐶😻

09/04/2026

The final resting place of Peter Sallis and Bill Owen reflects a touching continuity of friendship that extended beyond their lifetimes. Both actors are best remembered for their roles in the long-running British television series Last of the Summer Wine, where they portrayed the beloved characters Clegg and Compo. Their on-screen chemistry, marked by warmth, humour, and deep companionship, mirrored a genuine friendship that endured off-screen for decades. It is therefore especially meaningful that they are buried in close proximity to one another in St John’s Churchyard in Upperthong, West Yorkshire, near the setting of the series that defined much of their careers.

Bill Owen passed away in 1999 and was laid to rest in this quiet churchyard overlooking the Holme Valley, a landscape closely associated with the programme. His grave quickly became a place of pilgrimage for fans, symbolising not only the character of Compo but also the spirit of the show itself. Years later, when Peter Sallis died in 2017, it was decided that he too would be buried nearby. This decision was widely regarded as a fitting tribute, allowing the two men who brought so much joy to audiences to remain side by side in the very region that inspired their most iconic work.

Today, their graves stand as a poignant reminder of enduring friendship, artistic legacy, and cultural impact. Visitors often remark on the peaceful setting and the sense of connection it provides to the series and its stars. The closeness of their burial sites serves as a symbolic reunion, reinforcing the idea that their partnership—both fictional and real—remains unbroken. In death, as in life, Peter Sallis and Bill Owen continue to be united, leaving behind a shared legacy cherished by generations.

09/04/2026

Our Bereavement Centre at 74A High Street, Stevenage is open on Saturday Mornings 9am - 1pm for appointments or if you would like to pop in for an informal chat.

08/04/2026

What a fabulous shot of Walkern churchyard!

Walkern Church - Brendan Falvey

06/04/2026

The idea of choosing a memorial can feel very overwhelming. Our team will gently guide you through every step, helping you choose the right memorial for your loved one.

05/04/2026

“A place to visit.
A place to remember.
A place to feel close again.”

04/04/2026

Happy Easter all 🐣🐣

03/04/2026

01/04/2026

Holy Trinity

01/04/2026

Next meeting is Monday 13th April

We are next meeting on Monday 13th April due to the Easter Bank Holiday.

With the clocks changing, lighter evenings, and the signs of spring beginning to appear around us, this season can bring a sense of renewal and new beginnings, especially around Easter — but we also recognise it can be a difficult time when you’re grieving, as the world feels like it’s moving forward while you may still be carrying so much within. It’s okay to take things at your own pace. Sometimes hope is just the smallest glimpse of light, and that is enough 🤍

We look forward to seeing you on the 13th - we will be there as usual to welcome anyone who needs support, a listening ear, or simply to sit in the company of others who understand.

The Stevenage Bereavement Support Group meets on the first Monday of every month 7:30pm at the The Vineyard Centre (Cockerell Close, SG1 2NB).

01/04/2026