Merrony & Kynaston Funeral Directors

06/12/2025

❄️Festive fundraising for a wonderful cause ❄️

As the season of giving arrives, schools across St Helens and Knowsley are invited to come together to support Willowbrook Hospice through this year’s festive fundraising event – Wear It Well for Willowbrook.

This cheerful campaign encourages pupils to bring a touch of festive fun to their usual school uniforms. From Christmas jumpers and sparkly accessories to colourful socks, children can show their holiday spirit while making a difference. Each pupil is asked to make a small donation of £1, with all proceeds going directly to support the compassionate care provided by Willowbrook Hospice.

This year’s campaign is proudly sponsored by Creative Hut, a local company dedicated to inspiring creativity and innovation in schools through hands-on learning in robotics, coding, and STEM-based activities.

As part of their sponsorship, Creative Hut is offering an exciting prize for one school in St Helens and one in Knowsley. Winners will be selected based on the average amount raised per pupil, ensuring every school – big or small – has an equal chance to win.

Wear It Well for Willowbrook is a joyful way to celebrate the festive season, encourage creativity, and support an important local cause. Together, our community can spread warmth, kindness, and festive cheer while helping to make a real difference for local families.

Sign up here: https://willowbrook.org.uk/wear-it-well-for-willowbrook-2025/

06/12/2025

From loss, new life emerges. We grow - not despite grief, but through it. Every bloom tells a story of survival and hope.

This National Grief Awareness Week, we stand with The Good Grief Trust to remind you: growth is possible.

👉 Tag someone who has helped you grow through grief.

23/11/2025

15/11/2025

If you would like your loved one’s name to read out during our Christmas Memorial Service, please contact us by 9th December via any of the following:

📧 Email: merronyandkynaston.newtonlewillows@dignityfunerals.co.uk
📞 Phone: 01925 223411
💬 Or simply send us a message below.

13/11/2025

🌿 A Heartfelt Visit to Willowbrook Hospice 🌿

This morning, Lisa and Nikki had the pleasure of visiting Willowbrook Hospice’s Open Day. We were warmly welcomed and given a tour, where we learned more about the wonderful support and facilities available to families.

We even enjoyed the most amazing hand massage from the lovely Holistic Therapy Team while relaxing in the peaceful therapy room — such a calming experience!

Today truly showed us that Willowbrook is so much more than the stigma of death. It’s a place of comfort, creativity, connection, and care — offering spaces to relax, unwind, be social, and find peace.

A huge thank you to everyone at Willowbrook for inviting us and for the incredible work you do every single day for those in need. 💜

12/11/2025

🎄✨ Christmas Memorial Service – Thursday 11th December ✨🎄

Our Christmas Memorial Service is fast approaching, and we’d love for you to join us on Thursday 11th December at 6pm at All Saints Church, Newton-le-Willows.

It’s a lovely evening to come together, light a candle, and remember those we miss — especially at this time of year. 💖

We’re really excited to have two talented young singers from Hope Academy joining us to share their beautiful voices during the service. 🎶

Everyone is welcome — whether you’re coming to remember someone special or just want to take a quiet moment in the run-up to Christmas. 🌟

🕕 6pm | Thursday 11th December
⛪ All Saints Church, Newton-le-Willows

Hope to see you there 💫

09/11/2025

Today, Lisa had the honour of attending the Remembrance Parade on behalf of Merrony & Kynaston.
We were proud to lay a wreath in tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

It was a moving and meaningful occasion, bringing the community together to remember and honour all who served and gave so much for our freedom.

We will remember them. ❤️🌺

08/11/2025

Introducing Caring with Confidence

At Dignity Funerals, we believe that care doesn’t end with a goodbye - it begins with how we support those who care every day.

That’s why we’ve partnered with Hospice UK to launch Caring with Confidence: a CPD-accredited training programme designed to empower nursing home staff with the tools, insight and emotional resilience needed to support grieving families and residents, and for themselves.

Through free, locally delivered training sessions, we’re helping care professionals feel confident, informed and supported - because no one should feel alone after a death, especially those who care for others.

📩 Nursing home teams: get in touch to book your seminar today
🔗 https://caringwithconfidence.org

04/11/2025

Secure your future before 30th November and receive a £50 gift card with direct cremation or £150 with an attended plan

Learn more at www.dignityfuneralplans.co.uk or call 01925 223411

Merrony & Kynaston Funeral Directors is a trading style of Dignity Funerals Limited, a company registered in England (Company No. 00041598).
VAT Registration Number: 486 5081 14
Registered Address: 4 King Edwards Court, King Edwards Square, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B73 6AP.
We are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under Firm Reference Number 967130.

03/11/2025

🌺 **Honouring Remembrance Day** 🌺

As Remembrance Day draws near, our hearts turn to those who gave so much so that we could live in peace ❤️🇬🇧

In their honour, our funeral vehicles are now adorned with poppies — a simple but heartfelt way to show our gratitude and remembrance 🙏🌹

We’ll be taking a quiet moment to pause, reflect, and give thanks to all who served and sacrificed for our freedom.

Please join us in wearing your poppy proudly and keeping their memory alive. ✨