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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Apr- 2023 -21 AprilLatest News
New Forest Crematorium celebrates one-year anniversary
New Forest Crematorium has celebrated its one-year anniversary serving communities in and around New Milton, Bournemouth and Christchurch. It is…
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Mar- 2023 -13 MarchCommunity
Westerleigh Group to open Arun Crematorium this summer
Westerleigh Group has announced that a brand new crematorium is being built in Yapton, West Sussex, with plans to officially…
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Feb- 2023 -13 FebruaryLatest News
Gedling Crematorium installs ‘post box to heaven’
Gedling Crematorium near Nottingham has installed a memorial post box in its grounds to allow people to send letters to…
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10 FebruaryBusiness
Waseley Hills Crematorium celebrates one-year anniversary
Waseley Hills Crematorium has celebrated its one-year anniversary serving the communities of South Birmingham, Bromsgrove and North Worcestershire. It is…
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Jan- 2023 -13 JanuaryCommunity
Gedling Crematorium unveils new memorial post box
A new memorial post box at Gedling Crematorium has seen nearly 100 ‘Letters to Heaven’ be posted in less than…
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1 JanuaryBusiness
Westerleigh partners with EverWith on memorial jewellery
Owner and operator of crematoria and cemeteries, Westerleigh Group, has announced a new partnership with EverWith, the designer and manufacturer…
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Dec- 2022 -22 DecemberBusiness
Firms sign deal to help independents fight back against direct cremators
SAIF, Westerleigh Group and Distinct Cremations have reached a landmark agreement to give independent funeral directors the ability to better…
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22 DecemberBusiness
The future of Dignity
What is your history in the industry? My first job in the sector was as an administration assistant at Dudley…
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Nov- 2022 -16 NovemberEvents
Dedication service held at Aylesbury Vale Crematorium
Funeral directors, celebrants, members of the clergy, local parish councillors and senior representatives from organisations within the bereavement sector have…
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2 NovemberPeople
Great Glen Crematorium appoints new site manager
Great Glen Crematorium has appointed Aleksandra Harris as its new site manager, marking her first role within the Westerleigh Group…
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