We are proud to open the regions first private, family owned, purpose built crematorium facility. Nestled within the woodlands, our stone built chapel sympathetically settles into it’s natural surroundings. Officially opened by the Duchess of Northumberland in October 2022, the calming and modern chapel is spacious with its vaulted ceiling and is flooded with natural light.
9:00 Attended with no chapel service. Music only [15 minute time slot]
10:00 Full Cremation Service [45 minute chapel time]
11:15 Full Cremation Service [45 minute chapel time]
12:30 Full Cremation Service [45 minute chapel time]
13:45 Full Cremation Service [45 minute chapel time]
15:00 Full Cremation Service [45 minute chapel time]
16:00 Attended with no chapel service. Music only [15 minute time slot]
// Direct cremation available daily. No attendees present. Please contact 01670 708 479 to make a booking.
What is a direct cremation?
A direct cremation is a funeral with no service, no attendees or formal funeral arrangements. The coffin enters the building via the west entrance and is often transported in a private ambulance. Direct cremation is a low cost, no fuss alternative to a traditional funeral service.
What is an attended with no chapel service?
This option cremation has a little more formality than a direct cremation but there are no mourners present inside the chapel or no chapel service.
Loved ones can choose a piece of music to be played as the coffin is placed onto the wheeled bier, after a moment of reflection the coffin is then taken through the chapel for committal. Mourners can gather outside the chapel and watch the hearse arrive, with our outdoor speakers meaning that the music played can be used as a time of reflection for those gathering. You could even take a walk around the grounds and through the woodlands whilst the cremation takes place.
How are my loved ones ashes returned to me?
Ashes are returned in bio degradable scatter box provided by Northumberland Crematorium.
Can my loved ones ashes be scattered or buried on site?
Yes. We have designated areas in both our woodlands and wildflower meadows for ashes scattering. We also have ashes plots located in Merlin Wood, which can be purchased along with a memorial plaque.
If I choose to be buried in the meadow can my partner be cremated and we share the same plot?
Yes. Ashes can be interned at purchased burial plots.
Images by Nigel John
~ 78 seater chapel
~ Antique wheeled coffin bier
~ Wheelchair access
~ Toilets
~ Reception area & site office
~ Tribute screens
~ Webcasting
~ Officiants room
~ Outdoor service facilities
Direct Cremation £495
Cremation with unattended service £620
Cremation with 45 minute chapel service £975
~ Medical referee fees
~ Music [unattended & chapel service only]
~ Single tribute photo [unattended & chapel service only]
~ Biodegradable scatter box
See cremation fees 2023 for more information
