Poole Crematorium completes refurbishment
Recent attendants have noted that the addition of replacement cremators would make it ‘the perfect facility’
Poole Crematorium on Gravel Hill has finished its refurbishment programme and now offers seating for more than 100 mourners, new décor within a covered area outside for those waiting for services, and modern audio-visual capability with casting ability.
According to recent attendants at the crematorium post-refurbishment, they noted that the addition of replacement cremators would make it “the perfect facility”.
Malcolm Green, branch manager for James Smith Funeral Directors in Swanage, which is part of Douch Family Funeral Directors, said: “The refurbishment has made a huge difference. The interior has been beautifully and sensitively decorated and the new seats are very comfy. It is a large service room and everything has been designed to ensure all areas are wheelchair accessible.
“At the front there is a covered area and at the rear is a flower court under cover where families can mingle after a service. Staff are incredibly helpful and feedback from families has been excellent. One lady recently said to me that it was the best facility she had ever been to.”
He added: “We are hoping that cremators will be installed soon and that would make it perfect. At present the deceased are transferred after the service, with dignity and in a suitable vehicle, to Bournemouth Crematorium for the cremation. So far the investment has been well spent on bringing what was quite a tired place up to a high standard.”
