Peace of mind when you can’t visit a loved one

Grave and memorial care across the Isle of Wight, carried out with respect and attention to detail
For families who live away or can’t visit regularly, we make sure every memorial is treated with care and dignity.
Contact Us Call 07795 032010
Photos Provided After Every Visit
Fully Insured
Personal Service
Isle of Wight
Well cared for memorial on the Isle of Wight
For Families Near & Far

Not everyone can visit as often as they'd like

Distance, health, work commitments, and everyday life can make regular visits difficult.

Many families simply want the reassurance of knowing their loved one’s resting place is being looked after with care and respect.

Whether you're on the mainland, unable to travel, or simply need an extra pair of caring hands, we're here to help keep your loved one's resting place looking cared for and respected.

Peace of mind, wherever you are

Care you can trust when you can’t be there yourself
Photo updates after every visit
Fully insured, professional service
Based locally on the Isle of Wight
Respectful, discreet care every visit

Grave Care Services

When a grave is being looked after properly, families often tell us it gives them one less thing to worry about. We simply make sure everything is kept in a dignified, cared-for condition — so you don’t have to carry that responsibility alone.

Gentle Grave Cleaning & Restoration We carefully restore and maintain the area so it remains tidy, respectful, and cared for — with attention to detail every visit.
Flowers & Memorial Tributes For anniversaries, birthdays, and moments of remembrance, we place tributes exactly as you’d like them remembered.
One-Off Visits or Regular Care Whether it’s occasional visits or ongoing care, we quietly keep things in order so everything is always looked after.
Real Examples Of Our Work

Care You Can See In Every Visit

Every resting place is different, but each one receives the same level of care, attention and respect. Real examples from across the Isle of Wight.

Rose And Thistle Before Memorial Cleaning Isle Of Wight
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Rose And Thistle Before And After Memorial Cleaning Ashey Cemetery Isle Of Wight
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Memorial Cleaning & Restoration

Careful cleaning and respectful restoration to bring memorials back to a cared-for condition.

Cemetery Maintenance Isle Of Wight Before Scaled
BEFORE
Cemetery Maintenance Isle Of Wight After Scaled
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Regular Grave Maintenance

Weeding, tidying and ongoing care to keep resting places maintained throughout the year.

Commonwealth War Graves Commission Logo

Volunteering at Parkhurst Military Cemetery

We proudly volunteer with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC), maintaining military graves and remembrance plots at Parkhurst Military Cemetery, near Newport, Isle of Wight. Our work helps ensure these sacred spaces remain tidy, dignified, and respectfully maintained for visitors and the wider community.

Peace of Mind for Families

When you can’t visit yourself, we make sure your loved one’s resting place is cared for with dignity, respect, and consistency.
★★★★★

“We live on the mainland and can’t get over often. Knowing everything is looked after properly has taken a huge weight off our minds.”

Sarah M.
Newport
★★★★★

“It’s always done with real respect. The updates and photos after each visit mean so much to us.”

James T.
Ryde
★★★★★

“We were struggling to keep on top of things. This service has been reliable and very reassuring.”

Linda P.
Sandown
★★★★★

“Everything is always neat, thoughtful, and cared for properly. Highly recommended.”

Michael R.
Cowes
Glenn Todd - Grave Care Service Isle of Wight

Glenn Todd – Rose & Thistle Grave Care

Care, Personally Delivered

I personally care for every grave I visit. This is a small, independent service built on respect, consistency, and attention to detail.

Every resting place is treated with the same level of care I would want for my own family — nothing is rushed, and nothing is overlooked.

This work is carried out personally, not as part of a large company or automated service. It’s quiet, respectful work that I take pride in.

How It Works

A simple, respectful process designed to make things easy for families.

Step 1
You get in touch
Contact us with your requirements — simple and no obligation.
Step 2
Clear quote provided
We explain everything clearly so you know exactly what’s included.
Step 3
Work carried out
The grave is tended with care, respect, and attention to detail.
Step 4
Photos sent to you
You receive photos after each visit for complete peace of mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common questions
How often can grave care visits be arranged? +
Visits can be arranged as a one-off, monthly, or regular service depending on what you need. Everything is flexible and based around your wishes.
Do you send photos after each visit? +
Yes — photos can be sent after every visit so you can see the condition and work carried out.
Are you fully insured? +
Yes — I am fully insured for all grave care and memorial work carried out, giving complete peace of mind.
What areas do you cover? +
I cover the entire Isle of Wight, including all cemeteries and churchyards.
Do I need to be local to use the service? +
No — many families use the service while living on the mainland or further away and unable to visit regularly.
How do I get started? +
Just send a short message with the location and what you need. I’ll come back with clear options and pricing.

Need a grave looked after?

Respectful grave care and memorial tending across the Isle of Wight. Simple, reliable, and carried out with care.

Get in Touch Call 07795 032010

Request a Quote

Simple, respectful pricing based on what you need.

    Prefer to speak directly?

    Call or email anytime. I’ll respond personally and guide you through the options with no pressure.

    07795 032010
    Rose & Thistle Grave Care
    17 Downsview Road
    Bembridge
    Isle of Wight
    PO35 5QS
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