Westerleigh Group
Westerleigh Group is one of the UK’s largest independent operators of crematoria and cemeteries, serving a significant share of the national funeral sector. Its portfolio spans numerous sites across England, Scotland and Wales, with a focus on providing high-quality, respectful cremation and memorial services. Funeral Service Times covers the Group’s strategic developments, leadership changes, operational innovations, sustainability efforts, and contributions to sector standards. Coverage supports funeral professionals in understanding Westerleigh Group’s role within the industry and the implications of its activities for service delivery, collaboration, and infrastructure planning.
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Jul- 2025 -24 JulyFuneral Plans
Westerleigh to debut experiential funeral ceremonies in Scotland
Westerleigh Group is set to offer Scotland’s first “experiential” crematorium service in East Lothian this autumn, which will allow for…
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3 JulyPeople
FBCA appoints Westerleigh ambassador as new deputy president
The Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities (FBCA) has announced that it has elected Westerleigh Group ambassador Alan José as…
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Jun- 2025 -19 JuneBusiness
Four Westerleigh crematoria praised by FBCA for excellent service
Westerleigh Group has revealed that four of its crematoria have been commended by the Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities…
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10 JuneFuneral Plans
Westerleigh to introduce experiential offering at second site
Westerleigh Group’s Basildon and District Cemetery and Crematorium will be its second site to be transformed into an experiential funeral…
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9 JuneBusiness
Charing Crem switches to alpaca fertiliser in memorial gardens
Westerleigh Group’s Charing Crematorium in Kent has begun using alpaca waste to fertilise its grounds, as part of efforts to…
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4 JuneCharity
Westerleigh makes £10k donation to the Southmead Hospital Charity
Westerleigh Group has made a £10k donation to the Southmead Hospital Charity in support of its Petals project for 2025,…
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May- 2025 -30 MayEvents
Westerleigh Group to host Father’s Day memorials
Westerleigh Group is inviting families to visit its crematoria and cemeteries around Father’s Day (Sunday 15 June) to take time…
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23 MayBusiness
Two Westerleigh crematoria praised for ‘excellent level of service’
Two Westerleigh Group crematoria have been recently praised by industry inspectors for providing an “excellent level of service provision”. Parndon…
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8 MayFuneral Plans
Westerleigh expands personalised canvas offering at Gedling Crem
Westerleigh Group has expanded its offering of personalised canvas experiences at Gedling Crematorium, which will allow the bereaved in Nottingham…
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1 MayFuneral Plans
Great Glen Crematorium officially opens natural burial ground
Westerleigh Group’s Great Glen Crematorium in Leicester has officially opened a natural burial ground today (1 May) as a way…
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