Derbyshire
Derbyshire’s funeral sector serves a mix of urban centres and rural communities, with service provision shaped by local authority planning, population needs, and a strong presence of independent funeral firms. The county is home to a network of crematoria, cemeteries, and suppliers supporting traditional and modern funeral practices. Funeral Service Times covers funeral-related developments across Derbyshire, including business growth, infrastructure investment, regulatory updates, and community engagement—offering regional insight for professionals operating in or connected to the area.
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Jul- 2020 -6 JulyCoronavirus
Restrictions eased at Derbyshire crematorium
Bretby Crematorium has increased the maximum number of mourners able to say goodbye to loved ones at the Derbyshire venue…
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Jun- 2020 -23 JuneCommunity
Central Co-op thanks hospice workers for their efforts during coronavirus crisis
Hospice staff have been sent “thank you” packages by Central England Co-op to show its “appreciation for their efforts in…
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Nov- 2018 -29 NovemberFeatures
Offside Trust: Helping sexual abuse survivors to survive
In 2016, former professional golfer and funeral director Chris Unsworth helped to make history when he, Steve Walters and Micky…
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Oct- 2018 -19 OctoberFeatures
Living on through memorial trees
People and mourners alike continue to look for new and innovative ways to memorialise either themselves or their loved ones…
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4 OctoberBusiness
Gillotts preserves Eastwood’s past as it buys police station
A former Nottinghamshire police station which closed its doors for the last time last year is set for a new…
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Apr- 2018 -24 AprilTechnology/Equipment
Co-op crematorium to broadcast services via the internet
Central England Co-operative Funeralcare has officially opened its refurbished crematorium in Derbyshire, which includes the instalment of technology to allow…
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Jan- 2018 -18 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
Funeral firm hands over £2,000 charity cheque
A Nottinghamshire funeral company took time out of a church service held to remember lost loved ones to hand over…
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Sep- 2017 -29 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Pet crematorium fraudster left beloved pets in field
A fraudster, who managed to take thousands of pounds from grieving pet owners, has been ordered to pay back over…
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Aug- 2017 -18 AugustCurrent Affairs
South Derbyshire welcomes all-female team of funeral directors
Staff at Ward and Brewin Funeral Home, in Swadlincote, have spoken openly about the importance of working together and how…
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Jul- 2017 -28 JulyCurrent Affairs
Sales manager celebrates 25 years’ service at J C Walwyn & Sons
Sales manager at J C Walwyn & Sons Ltd, Michael Marshall, has recently celebrated his work anniversary of 25 years…
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