Refurbishment
Refurbishment projects across funeral homes, crematoria, cemeteries, and service facilities reflect ongoing investment in quality, accessibility, and client experience. From chapel upgrades and reception area redesigns to cremator replacements and sustainable retrofits, refurbishment work supports operational improvement and dignified service delivery. Funeral Service Times reports on refurbishment activity throughout the sector, covering design updates, infrastructure planning, project completions, and supplier involvement—providing funeral professionals with insight into how facilities are evolving to meet modern expectations and regulatory standards.
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Jun- 2025 -27 JuneFuneral Plans
Worcester City Council relocates crematorium services for refurb
Worcester City Council has announced that funeral services will temporarily move to the KGV Community Hub while the city’s crematorium…
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Apr- 2025 -29 AprilFuneral Plans
Bradford Council marks milestone in construction of new crem
Bradford Council’s main contractor, Robertson Construction, has marked a major milestone in the construction of a new crematorium off Shetcliffe…
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Dec- 2024 -10 DecemberFuneral Plans
Worcester Council submits report for £6.96m Astwood Crem refurb
Worcester City Council has outlined plans for the refurbishment of Astwood Crematorium, which is expected to cost £6.96m and start…
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Sep- 2024 -13 SeptemberBusiness
William Purves opens 10th branch in Lothian
William Purves Funeral Directors has announced the opening of its 10th branch in Lothian, located in Barnton at 185 Whitehouse…
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Jul- 2024 -30 JulyBusiness
G E Hartley and Son joins Funeral Partners
Funeral Partners has announced that G E Hartley and Son in Yorkshire has joined its network of funeral directors. Established…
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Apr- 2024 -25 AprilBusiness
Farthing Funeral Service opens branch in Woodbridge
Farthing Funeral Service has announced the opening of its new premises in Woodbridge, where an office and a dental surgery…
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3 AprilCommunity
Distington Hall Crematorium undergoes refurb
The first stage of refurbishment at Distington Hall Crematorium in Cumberland is currently underway and is expected to take around…
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Mar- 2024 -27 MarchBusiness
A.W. Lymn receives permission to build new branch with flats
A.W. Lymn has received permission from council planners to build a new, purpose-built funeral home with additional commercial space and…
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Feb- 2024 -7 FebruaryCommunity
Two funeral directors renew community funds
Berkshire funeral directors, Miles and Daughters, and North Down-based John Gray and Co Funeral Directors have both announced their community…
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Dec- 2023 -8 DecemberFuneral Plans
Poole Crematorium completes refurbishment
Poole Crematorium on Gravel Hill has finished its refurbishment programme and now offers seating for more than 100 mourners, new…
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