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- 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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21 JuneCommunity
Langstone Vale Crematorium installs memorial post box
Langstone Vale Crematorium has installed a new memorial post box which allows people to send ‘Letter to Loved Ones’. The…
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15 JuneCharity
Westerleigh Group names Dementia UK as new charity partner
Westerleigh Group has named Dementia UK, the specialist dementia nursing charity, as its new corporate charity partner and aims to…
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14 JuneCommunity
Waseley Hills crematorium hosts Service of Dedication
Funeral directors, celebrants, members of the clergy and senior representatives from many organisations within the bereavement sector came together for…
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5 JuneCharity
Borders Crematorium donates £1,800 to Interest Link Borders
Borders Crematorium’s metal recycling scheme has donated £1,800 to the charity Interest Link Borders, which supports young people with autism. …
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1 JuneCommunity
Westerleigh Group to offer Father’s Day memorials
Westerleigh Group’s crematoria are marking Father’s Day with a number of different events and activities to enable families to commemorate…
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May- 2023 -26 MayBusiness
Torbay Cemetery and Crematorium to offer Father’s Day tribute scheme
Torbay Cemetery and Crematorium in Devon has announced plans for a number of Father’s Day tributes. On Father’s Day people…
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