Crematorium

Following the funeral service the coffin is transferred to the crematory, which houses two modern cremators, where the cremation will take place. There are then a number of options which you can choose from as to the final resting place for the cremated remains, or ashes as they are commonly known.

You, or your funeral director may collect the ashes. Alternatively, they may be laid to rest in the crematorium grounds. Where ashes are to be left at the crematorium they will normally be scattered, occasionally they may be placed individually into the ground (without an urn or container) next to a previously buried set of a relative’s ashes.

To witness the scattering or burial of the ashes it will be necessary to make an appointment with the crematorium office within 14 days of the cremation taking place. Should more time be required to consider your options, they may be left for up to 28 days without charge, or for a longer time after payment of the appropriate fee. You may also wish to consider a burial or scattering within the cemetery.

For those who prefer to take the ashes away from the crematorium, it will be necessary to choose a suitable container for transportation. You can select from a range of containers available from the crematorium as part of the funeral arrangements or one provided by your funeral director.