Grave lantern aluminium in several colours

A flame that holds, whatever the weather

Placing a candle at a graveside is one of the quietest gestures of remembrance. This aluminium grave lantern is designed to protect that flame, and to protect the memorial itself, through every season.

Classic design, lasting material

The lantern has a clean, traditional silhouette that sits comfortably alongside both modern and traditional memorials, whether at a gravestone or a columbarium niche wall. Aluminium is a high-grade metal, genuinely resistant to the elements, and that makes it well suited to permanent outdoor placement. Each lantern is treated in a patina bath during production, a considered process that works colour into the metal rather than coating it on top. The result is several colour options, each with its own character, so you can choose what feels right for the memorial and for the person you are remembering.

Why the lantern is worth having

Candle wax dripped directly onto natural stone is far harder to remove than most people expect. It penetrates the surface, leaves lasting marks, and in the worst cases the stone needs professional re-polishing to restore it. The lantern stops that from happening. It catches the wax, keeps it off the monument, and lets the stone remain exactly as it should.

What to expect over time

Aluminium is low-maintenance, but it does respond to prolonged outdoor exposure. Over time the metal may shift slightly in tone. That is not a fault. It is a natural characteristic of the material, and the lantern continues to look right as it settles. There is nothing you need to do.

Fixing and placement

The base of the lantern has a recess that allows it to be secured via a plug to a small stone plinth or directly to the memorial. Once fixed, it sits stable even in wind. The candle or tealight is not included and should be purchased separately.

Choosing a colour

The bond you shared was particular to the two of you, and the colour you choose can reflect that. Whether you are matching the tone of the stone, choosing a shade your loved one favoured, or simply going with what feels fitting, the patina bath gives each lantern a finish that comes from a deliberate production process rather than a uniform production line. The colour options available are listed on the product page, and if you are unsure which suits the memorial best, we are happy to help you think it through.

• Aluminium construction, fully suited to outdoor use in all weather
• Several colour finishes available, each produced via a patina bath process
• Suitable for placement at a gravestone or columbarium niche wall
• Secured via plug to a plinth or the memorial surface
• Protects the stone from candle wax and residue

If you would like guidance on colour or placement, please get in touch and we will talk it through with you at your own pace.