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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Sep- 2023 -20 SeptemberCommunity
Great Glen Crematorium adds live streaming to Pooja hall
Great Glen Crematorium in Leicestershire has installed live streaming equipment into the Pooja hall as a way to enhance the…
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5 SeptemberCommunity
Arun Crematorium to host community open day
Westerleigh Group’s new Arun Crematorium, in Yapton, West Sussex, has planned a community open day on Saturday 16 September between…
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1 SeptemberCharity
Crematoria to donate to Dementia UK for every memorial purchased
Westerleigh Group has pledged to make a donation to Dementia UK for every memorial purchase made over a six-week period…
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Aug- 2023 -21 AugustEvents
Westerleigh Group shortlisted for 2023 Good Funeral Awards
Westerleigh Group has revealed that it has three shortlisted finalists in the 2023 Good Funeral Awards. The group’s Great Glen…
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15 AugustEvents
West Berkshire Crematorium announces September open day
West Berkshire Crematorium has issued an open invitation to local people to visit its grounds on Monday 18 September. The…
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7 AugustCommunity
Westerleigh Group becomes key sponsor of bereavement podcast
Westerleigh Group has agreed to become a key sponsor for funeral director John Adam’s podcast to help empower the bereaved…
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Jul- 2023 -13 JulyBusiness
Westerleigh Group opens Mercia Forest Crematorium
The Westerleigh Group has announced the opening of its new Mercia Forest Crematorium in the Midlands. The new crematorium is…
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Jun- 2023 -28 JuneFuneral Plans
Westerleigh Group offers option of scattering ashes in space
Westerleigh Group has partnered with Aura Flights to offer the option of scattering ashes in space. According to the group,…
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28 JuneCommunity
Mercia Forest Crematorium to officially open on 10 July
Westerleigh Group will be opening the brand new Mercia Forest Crematorium in Broad Lane, Essington, on Monday 10 July. Prior…
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22 JuneBusiness
Basildon and District Cemetery celebrates 25 years in business
Basildon and District Cemetery and Crematorium has completed 25 years of serving local families. Basildon and District Cemetery and Crematorium…
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