Barham Crematorium

08/12/2025

Funeral planning doesn’t need to be complicated. Neither should partnering with the right funeral plan provider.

Westerleigh Funeral Plans offers funeral directors a straightforward partnership model, comprehensive support, and products your families can trust.

With 42 crematoriums across the UK, including Barham Crematorium and decades of experience, we understand what matters to families - and to your business.

Ready to explore how we can work together? Visit https://ow.ly/qaHm50XFGN0 to arrange a discussion about becoming an Introducer Appointed Representative.

This information is for Funeral Directors Only.

Westerleigh Funeral Plans (a trading style of Distinct Funeral Plans Limited) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

06/12/2025

As part of the Westerleigh Group , Barham Crematorium offer a wide range of memorials. Granite tablets can be ordered with inscriptions and colour of your choice. These are a very personal and unique way to honour and remember a loved one.

03/12/2025

We are pleased to tell you that our Memorial Christmas tree has been put up by our grounds team at Barham Crematorium . We invite our families to place their Christmas memorial artifacts in memory of their loved one around this tree during the festive period.

01/12/2025

Many people feel unsure or fearful at funerals simply because they don’t know what to expect. This upcoming walk-and-talk inside one of our Westerleigh Group crematoria aims to gently remove those unknowns by offering open, compassionate insight into what actually happens.

Thank you to our teams for supporting this with such dignity, sensitivity and care. We hope this will provide helpful education and reassurance for anyone who has questions or concerns.

29/11/2025

Good morning from Barham Crematorium.

28/11/2025

At Westerleigh Funeral Plans, our focus is simple - helping families plan ahead with care and confidence.

We believe in working with funeral directors and offer genuine partnership and shared values, not sales targets.

Our aim is to support your business and your local community by offering trusted, affordable funeral plans that give families peace of mind for the future.

Together, we can make a difference for the people we serve.

Find out more about partnering with Westerleigh Funeral Plans at: https://ow.ly/Uney50Xz61g

This information is for Funeral Directors Only.

Westerleigh Funeral Plans (a trading style of Distinct Funeral Plans Limited) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

28/11/2025

On this episode of Before You Go, Matt sits down with Jennifer Muldowney — known to many as The Glam Reaper — and shares the personal experiences that led her into the world of bereavement care. From navigating loss to planning beautifully bespoke celebrations of life, Jennifer offers an insider’s view into how families in the US are reshaping what a funeral can be.

This is a really interesting listen and available to download now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vStpKMlnB8yqCAxPS2wKo?si=5d797e9063e64975and

26/11/2025

We’re excited to announce the launch of another SuperVenue for Westerleigh Group at Vale Royal Crematorium!

From today, bereaved families will have access to unprecedented levels of personalisation — service experiences that simply aren’t available anywhere else locally.

This innovation doesn’t just enhance the farewell for families; it also helps keep more funerals within the community, supported by the dedicated care of local funeral directors.

Find out more about options available at Vale Royal Crematorium here: https://www.westerleighgroup.co.uk/blog/post.php?s=2025-11-26-vale-royal-crematorium-offers-state-of-the-art-funerals

25/11/2025

Meet the team Tuesday!

Darren

With nearly 35 years service at Barham crematorium, it is fair to say that Darren is very much a part of the Crematorium and has seen funeral services evolve over the decades.
Not only does Darren bring a wealth of expertise to the team he also has very high standard to deliver the best service to our community and families.

20/11/2025

We were delighted to officially open our new natural burial ground in West Lancashire today - offering even more choice and a peaceful, environmentally friendly option for our local community.

Despite the cold, crisp air, the sunshine made the moment feel truly special. Thank you to everyone who joined us to mark this important step in giving families even more meaningful ways to honour their loved ones.

Find out more about our new natural burial ground at West Lancashire Cemetery and Crematorium here: https://www.westlancashirecrematorium.co.uk/blog/post.php?s=2025-11-19-natural-burials-at-west-lancashire-crematorium-offer-more-choice

20/11/2025

In times when gathering everyone can be difficult, having a convenient way to honour a loved one can matter. Our online memorial ordering service makes it easy to arrange from the comfort of your home.

You can choose from a selection products by following the link below.
Alternatively contact us on 01227 831351 to discuss our range of products.

Barham Crematorium is part of Westerleigh Group, one of the UK’s largest independent owners and operators of crematoria and cemeteries, with over 40 sites in England, Scotland, and Wales, and which is trusted by more families than any other provider to deliver funerals for their loved ones.

20/11/2025

Our podcast Before You Go is now live on Spotify,

Join us for honest conversations about grief, remembering loved ones, and finding hope. Each episode features real stories and expert insights, offering a space to reflect, connect, and feel understood.

Follow the podcast to catch new episodes as they are released and share it with anyone who might find comfort or inspiration. Because every story deserved be told, before you go.

Listen to the podcast here:

Podcast · Westerleigh Group · Podcast hosted by Matt Brook invites a range of guests to have open and honest conversations about death, grief and the way we remember - topics which are worth talking about before you go. This podcast has been made by Westerleigh Group, one of the UK's leading provi...

18/11/2025

As we get closer to the festive season, we would like to invite everyone in our local communities to join us for this year's Christmas Carol and Memorial Services happening across all Westerleigh Group crematoria.

These gentle gatherings offer a moment to remember loved ones and bring people together in our warm and welcoming chapels.

Find the service happening near you here: https://www.westerleighgroup.co.uk/blog/post.php?s=2025-11-14-christmas-invitation-from-westerleigh-groups-crematoria

17/11/2025

There’s something magical about watching our tree leaves shift from green to glowing shades of red, orange, and gold.
Autumn reminds us that it has some magnificient moments to offer us.

14/11/2025

In our newest episode of Before You Go, host Matthew Brook sits down with Danny Lesslie, widower and author of the memoir ‘Thank You Cancer.’

Together, they explore profound themes of grief, love, and healing after loss. Danny opens up about life after the death of his wife, Raffaella, and how writing became an essential part of his journey toward understanding, reflection, and hope.

Their conversation dives deep into the complexities of grief — the moments of pain, the flashes of joy, and the space in between where healing slowly takes shape. Danny shares how love continues beyond loss, and why open, honest conversations about death are vital to helping us all navigate life’s hardest moments.

It’s a moving, thought-provoking listen about resilience, remembrance, and the legacy of love 💛

Listen to the new episode here or save for later: https://ow.ly/qHBY50Xrz5u

12/11/2025

This week, our site at New Southgate Cemetery & Crematorium, proudly honoured the life of Dorothy Lawrence, believed to be the only woman to serve on the front line during the First World War.

Disguised as a man, Dorothy joined the trenches in 1915 and served with extraordinary courage and resilience. Her bravery, individuality, and pioneering spirit continue to inspire generations.

A new memorial headstone has now been placed at her resting place, ensuring her legacy is recognised and remembered.

Read more about Dorothy’s remarkable story here: https://ow.ly/YS6H50XqB0P

12/11/2025

We are pleased to share that this year's Christmas memorial service will take place on Wednesday 17Th December 2025 at 5pm. in association with the Pilgrims HospicesHospice. Join us for this service where you will be able to leave a personal message on our Christmas tree using one of our tags. Write a Christmas card for your loved one and post it in our memorial post-box.

09/11/2025

This Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day, we honour and remember all those who have served, sacrificed, and lost their lives in service. 🌹

As we come together this weekend and on Tuesday, let us pause, reflect, and show our gratitude to those who fought.

06/11/2025

Work continues to progress well on our new site in Cramlington, Newcastle. Below is a brief update alongside the latest images from site showing how things are shaping up as we close out week 2:

🔹 Plate bearing tests are booked
🔹 Piling scheduled to begin week commencing 17th November – with efforts underway to bring this forward
🔹 Works on the overflow car park are progressing steadily

Great to see strong momentum on this project so early on. More updates to follow as we continue building this important new facility.

03/11/2025

We are offering a special memorial offer to assist families in creating a lasting tribute for their loved ones. Our team is here to provide guidance every step of the way.
For more iformation contact us on 01227 831351 or visit oiur website using the link below.

*Options listed are subject to availability at local Westerleigh Group crematoria. Images used above are for illustrative purposes only and do not include the full range of memorial or personalisation options that are available.

31/10/2025

In our latest episode of Before You Go, Matt sits down with Ross Hickton, Managing Director of Hickton Family Funeral Directors, 4th-generation Funeral Director, and National President of SAIF.

Together, they discuss what it means to lead a family business through four generations, the evolving landscape of independent funeral care, and Ross’s vision for the future of the profession.

This episode offers an insightful look at leadership, legacy, and the balance between tradition and innovation in one of the UK’s most compassionate sectors.

Listen now on Spotify: https://ow.ly/krf450XkMiZ

28/10/2025

And we’re off again!

Works on our latest crematorium near Newcastle have started with T. Manners & Sons. We look forward to providing updates and announcing the name and other details about this development in due course.