Bentley Crematorium & Cemetery

Bentley Crematorium & Cemetery Bentley Crematorium & Cemetery, helping the local community and surrounding area since 2012

When words feel too heavy, photos can carry the memories. đź’›These images from our memorial grounds capture the calm, peac...
14/12/2025

When words feel too heavy, photos can carry the memories. đź’›

These images from our memorial grounds capture the calm, peaceful spaces where you can reflect, remember, and feel close to those you’ve lost. Sometimes, a quiet moment surrounded by beauty can say what words cannot.

A few people have asked for a link to our memorials brochure, so we’re happy to share it here. We offer a range of beaut...
12/12/2025

A few people have asked for a link to our memorials brochure, so we’re happy to share it here. We offer a range of beautiful memorial options to help honour loved ones. 💛 If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch - we’re here to help.

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The holiday season can be a tender time when we miss those who are no longer with us. We’ve put together a few ways that...
10/12/2025

The holiday season can be a tender time when we miss those who are no longer with us. We’ve put together a few ways that may help you remember and honour your loved ones:

✨ Attend a memorial service
✨ Add to a remembrance tree
✨ Visit memorial gardens
✨ Consider a keepsake memorial
✨ Go for a stroll and get some fresh air
✨ Reach out to charities for support and guidance

Different things work for different people and it’s okay if that’s different to others. 💛 If you’d like to share ways that help you remember your loved ones, post them below - they may help others too.

As this year’s Grief Awareness Week comes to a close, we want to pause and reflect, not on grief itself, but on the smal...
08/12/2025

As this year’s Grief Awareness Week comes to a close, we want to pause and reflect, not on grief itself, but on the small ways we can care for ourselves and each other.
Grief isn’t a straight path. It can surprise us in quiet moments, in laughter, in music, in a memory. Today, consider:

✨ Sharing a story – tell someone a memory of your loved one or listen to theirs.
✨ Doing something small for yourself – a cup of tea, a walk, a few deep breaths.
✨ Connecting with others – a call, a message, or a shared moment of understanding.

Grief Awareness Week may end today, but the journey continues. And remember: even the smallest gestures of remembrance, of care, of kindness can make a difference. đź’›

“How can I create a personal tribute for my loved one?” 💛Creating a tribute is a beautiful way to celebrate the life and...
07/12/2025

“How can I create a personal tribute for my loved one?” 💛

Creating a tribute is a beautiful way to celebrate the life and memories of someone you love. There are many ways to make it personal, meaningful, and unique to them:

✨ Memorial gardens – a peaceful, living space where family and friends can spend time in a beautiful setting.
✨ Keepsake memorials – from jewellery to memory bears, small items that carry a big meaning.
✨ Books of Remembrance – leave a lasting tribute with their name or a personal message.

Most memorials can be personalised which allows you to honour not just a life, but the things that made that person unique - hobbies, passions, quirks, and special moments. Every tribute tells a story, and every story keeps their memory alive.

This Grief Awareness Week, we’re shining a light on The Good Grief Trust - a truly remarkable charity making a differenc...
05/12/2025

This Grief Awareness Week, we’re shining a light on The Good Grief Trust - a truly remarkable charity making a difference for thousands of people across the UK.

From helping people connect with support services, to running Good Grief Cafés where anyone can meet others who understand, they’re there every step of the way. Their Good Grief Cards provide practical guidance, and their work campaigning for better bereavement support is changing lives nationwide.

The Good Grief Trust shows that grief doesn’t have to be faced alone and that support can be accessible, welcoming, and compassionate. 💛

If you’ve been inspired by their work or found their support helpful, feel free to share below - it may help others too.

Tag someone who may find comfort in a moment of reflection this season.Our memorial services offer a peaceful space to p...
03/12/2025

Tag someone who may find comfort in a moment of reflection this season.
Our memorial services offer a peaceful space to pause, remember, and honour loved ones.

If you know someone who could benefit from a little reassurance or connection, feel free to share this with them or tag them in the comments. 🤍

💛 Grief Awareness Week | 2–8 December 💛Grief can touch anyone, at any time. It’s personal, unpredictable, and often misu...
02/12/2025

💛 Grief Awareness Week | 2–8 December 💛

Grief can touch anyone, at any time. It’s personal, unpredictable, and often misunderstood. During Grief Awareness Week, we take a moment to acknowledge the pain of loss, honour those we’ve lost, and remind ourselves (and each other) that it’s okay to grieve.

Whether you’re grieving openly or quietly, you are not alone. This week is a reminder to reach out, listen, and offer support. Small acts of understanding can make a big difference.

Let’s stand together in compassion and awareness. 💛

As we enter December, we know this time of year can bring a mix of emotions - moments of joy, moments of reflection, and...
01/12/2025

As we enter December, we know this time of year can bring a mix of emotions - moments of joy, moments of reflection, and moments when we feel the absence of someone we love. đź’›

Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing posts of support, comfort, poetry, guidance, and gentle reminders that you are not alone. Whether you seek a quiet moment of reflection, ways to honour someone special, or simply a sense of connection, we are here for you - this season and all year round. 🌟

“Though someone we love may no longer be with us, the light of their memory continues to shine gently through every seas...
29/11/2025

“Though someone we love may no longer be with us, the light of their memory continues to shine gently through every season.”

✨Our opening hours this season✨Please see below for our holiday opening hours. Throughout the season, we’re here for you...
25/11/2025

✨Our opening hours this season✨

Please see below for our holiday opening hours. Throughout the season, we’re here for you with warmth, care, and compassion, and if you need us outside of these times, our phone lines will automatically connect you to our central support team, ensuring someone is always here to take your call, day or night.

Office Opening Hours

Wednesday 24th Dec - 09:00 - 15:00
Christmas Day - Closed
Boxing Day - Closed
Monday 29th Dec - 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 30th Dec - 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 31st - 09:00 - 17:00
New Years Day - Closed
Friday 2nd January - 09:00 - 17:00

Grounds Open as normal

Whether touched by winter frost or glowing in summer light, our memorial gardens remain a calm and meaningful space to r...
23/11/2025

Whether touched by winter frost or glowing in summer light, our memorial gardens remain a calm and meaningful space to remember loved ones. 🤍

Address

Ongar Road
Brentwood
CM159RZ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441277289111

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