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Columbarium

Woodlands Memorial is Singapore’s newest and most serene private columbarium,
offering thoughtfully dedicated niches for Buddhists, Taoists, Christians, Catholics, and Freethinkers alike.

Our Columbarium Offerings at Woodlands Memorial

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Gratitude Haven 永恩亭
Bliss Haven 永安亭

Buddhist and Taoist Columbarium Halls

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Grace Haven

Christian and Catholic Columbarium Hall

Private Columbarium Niches in Singapore

Regardless of religion, our columbarium is a dignified and respectful way of storing cremated remains of your loved ones. Our lush sky gardens offer a serene and peaceful environment for families to remember and honour their loved ones.

For families who want to retain a physical connection with their departed loved ones, storing their ashes at our columbarium is the best choice in land scarce Singapore. Our indoor air-conditioned columbarium halls provide protection of the columbarium niches from the elements.

As a private columbarium we allow families to place the ashes of the departed of different religions into different halls.
Our columbarium halls are situated on levels 8 and 9 of our building.

Why Choose Our Columbarium

Most Affordable Private Columbarium in Singapore

Serene and Modern Environment

Preplan For Future Use

Customisable Niches to Honour Every Legacy

About Our Columbarium

As a private columbarium, we have columbarium halls that are dedicated to different beliefs; Families can choose columbarium niches that align with their religious beliefs. This also let families with members of different religions store the ashes of the loved ones in a single location.

We have spared no expense in creating a tranquil and serene environment with extensive sky gardens that provide a beautiful oasis with lush landscaping that provides families and friends who visit with a calm atmosphere to remember their beloved. The columbarium niches are located indoors in air-conditioned halls that provide protection from the elements and comfort for visitors.

Woodlands Memorial has a generous multi-storey carpark with lifts that serve every floor making it safe and easy for visitors, especially for the elderly who may need walking aids or wheelchairs. We are also easily accessible by public transport and to make it even more convenient we even provide a free shuttle bus service from Woodlands MRT station.

Our columbarium niches are designed to store urns that are 9 inches by 9 inches, these urns are larger so that the cremated remains can be stored without have the need for pulverising. Our niches can also be personalised to best help you remember your loved ones.

Want to know more about our columbarium offerings?

Understanding Columbarium

What is a Columbarium

A columbarium is a room or a building for the storage of funeral urns.

The word “columbarium” is derived from the Latin word for dove, “columba”, which was originally used to refer to the compartmentalised housing for doves and pigeons, also known as dovecotes.

However, in modern times columbarium or columbaria (plural) are known to be places for the storage of the cremated remains of the departed. The ashes of the departed are kept in cinerary urns which are in turn placed in the columbarium niches.

Woodlands Memorial is Singapore’s Newest Private Columbarium with air-conditioned Columbarium Halls for Buddhists, Taoists, Christians, Roman Catholics, Soka Gakkai and Freethinkers.

Our team of preplanning advisors are on hand to walk you through the process of selecting a columbarium niche for yourself or your loved ones.

Our columbarium and showroom are open from 9 am to 6 pm from Monday to Sunday. Book an appointment with us to view our columbarium and select a niche that you prefer.

A columbarium niche is a small, individual compartment within a columbarium, specially designed to hold urns containing a loved one’s cremated remains. Typically crafted from durable materials like stone, marble, or metal, each niche is securely sealed and marked with a plaque or engraving to honor and identify the individual resting there. It serves as a respectful and lasting tribute in a peaceful setting.

Columbarium niches serve as the designated storage areas for the cremated remains of the deceased. They provide a respectful and secure environment for families to preserve the ashes of their loved ones. In addition to offering a permanent resting place, niches also ensure visitors reflect, pray, or pay respects in a peaceful space.

Customisation Options for Columbarium Niches

Plaques and Engravings

Families can choose to have personalised plaques or engravings on the niche. Details may include the name of the deceased, birth and death dates, or even a short inscription or meaningful quote.

Niches are small, individual compartments designed to accommodate urns, often reflecting a family’s preferences or complementing the overall aesthetic of the columbarium.

Columbarium niches can be customised with cultural symbols and heritage-inspired designs that reflect the family’s traditions. These may include Celtic knots, Hindu mandalas, and Buddhist lotus flowers. Elements like regional landscapes and cultural events can also be incorporated.

Small items may be added to the niche to hold additional items such as a lock of hair, jewellery, or other personal belongings.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the difference between public and private columbariums?

At Woodlands Memorial, we are a private columbarium, which means we offer a more personalised and serene resting place compared to public columbariums. Public columbariums are typically managed by the government or religious organisations and are priced more affordably, but may have limited options and higher visitor traffic. In contrast, as a private columbarium, we provide families with greater flexibility in niche selection, customisation options, and a peaceful environment designed for meaningful remembrance. Our facilities are thoughtfully built to offer both dignity and comfort, making every visit a respectful and memorable experience.

The cost of a private columbarium niche in Singapore can vary widely depending on the location, size, material, and customisation options chosen. On average, prices of a private columbarium niche can cost up to $30,000 for a double niche. For family niches that can store up to 8 urns, the cost can be significantly higher.

At Woodlands Memorial, we are proud to offer the most affordable private columbarium options in Singapore. Our niche prices start from just $1,888 for a single niche and from $2,988 for a double niche.

Yes, at Woodlands Memorial, we offer pre-planning options for those who wish to secure a niche in advance. This thoughtful decision helps ease the emotional and financial burden on loved ones during a difficult time. Preplanning not only ensures the availability of your preferred niche but also locks in today’s prices, providing peace of mind and allowing you to choose a final resting place that best honours your legacy or that of your loved one.

At Woodlands Memorial, various religious options are available to cater to the spiritual preferences of different individuals and families. The columbarium offers spaces for Christians, Roman Catholics, Buddhists, Taoists, Soka Gakkai and Freethinkers.

Yes, at Woodlands Memorial, we understand the importance of making final arrangements more manageable for families.

That is why we offer flexible financing options, including installment plans, so you can secure a niche without the burden of a one-time lump sum payment.