Seasonal services at Westerleigh Group’s crematoria

13 November 2024 by Crematorium Editor Westerleigh News

Westerleigh Group’s crematoria are inviting anyone from their local communities to join them for their annual Christmas Carol and Memorial Services.

The popular seasonal services, which feature a mixture of readings and Christmas Carols, enable families and friends to come together and remember their loved ones.

Westerleigh Group is one of the UK’s largest independent owners and operators of crematoria and cemeteries, with 40 sites across England, Scotland and Wales, all set within beautifully landscaped gardens of remembrance which provide peaceful places for people to visit and reflect.

Festive gatherings are taking place across all 40 crematoria between November 29 and December 20.

For those unable to attend in person, many of the crematoria are offering people the chance to view the service online, either live or as a ‘watch again’ option for up to 28 days, through Obitus, Westerleigh Group’s media partner.

Debbie Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Westerleigh Group, said: “Our seasonal services have proved very popular with our local communities over the years.

“There is always a strong emphasis on being with families and loved ones over the festive period, which means it is a time when the loss of a loved one can be felt even more.

“Our services are open to everyone, so that they may find comfort in our warm and welcoming chapels, in the company of others who are also remembering and honouring those they have lost.”

Some of the crematoria will have choirs and soloists at the service and some will be offering visitors the chance to light commemorative candles.

A few of the crematoria are running more than one event, because they have proved so popular in the past, and we don’t want anyone to miss out.

Meanwhile, all Westerleigh Group crematoria have white memorial post boxes within their grounds and people are being invited to place Christmas cards to their loved ones in them during the festive period.

All festive events are free to attend, although due to demand, some require booking in advance.

They are open to anyone living in, working in or simply visiting the communities surrounding our crematoria, regardless of when their loved ones passed away.

It doesn’t matter where the funeral took place, either – these services are all about bringing people together no matter what their circumstances are.

“Whether people are attending in person, or viewing the services online, we know, from feedback we’ve had in previous years, that these events can bring solace and peace to people at this time of year.”, added Debbie.

For full details of the Christmas Carol and Memorial Service happening at your nearest crematorium, visit www.westerleighgroup.co.uk/christmas.

Westerleigh Group Christmas Carol and Memorial Services 2024

Aberystwyth Cemetery & Crematorium, Friday, 13 December, 6pm

Arun Crematorium, Thursday, 12 December, 6pm.

Aylesbury Vale Crematorium, Friday, 13 December, 5.30pm

Babworth Crematorium, Thursday, 5 December, 5pm  

Barham Crematorium, Wednesday, 18 December, 6pm

Basildon & District Cemetery & Crematorium, Thursday, 12 December, 6pm 

Borders Crematorium, Thursday, 12 December, 6pm

Cam Valley Crematorium, Friday, 13 December, 6.30pm

Charing Crematorium, Monday, 16 December, 4.30pm

Cromer Crematorium, Tuesday, 10 December, 6pm