Breckland Crematorium

04/12/2025

It's under two weeks until our annual Christmas Remembrance Service now. Reserve your seats here https://brecklandcrematorium.co.uk/events/ We hope you can join us.

02/12/2025

23/11/2025

Did you know our Book of Remembrance is viewable online? We also have a digital order form so you can craft an entry from the comfort of your own home. View and order from here: https://brecklandcrematorium.co.uk/memorials/book-of-remembrance/

09/11/2025

We will remember them.

08/11/2025

We recently donated £12,000 to East Anglian Air Ambulance Charity. These funds were raised by the recycling of residual metals recovered from ashes following the cremation process with family consent. This donation is enough to fully fund two taskings, or fuel the helicopter with 40 hours’ worth of aviation fuel, or fully kit out 2 Red Immediate Care Bags.

All our team members had the opportunity to visit EAAA HQ to learn about the important work that this charity does and all that goes on behind the scenes to ensure this invaluable charity can complete its taskings.

Pictured are Nathan, Rachel, Juliette and their families, we would like to express our sincere thanks for such an informative visit and warm welcome from the entire EAAA team. 🚁🏥🩺🚑

04/11/2025

We warmly invite you to our Christmas Remembrance Service, please follow the link to find out more and book your free tickets. https://brecklandcrematorium.co.uk/events/

26/09/2025

Please be aware that tomorrow, Saturday 27th September we will have contractors laying asphalt to some of the paths in our garden of remembrance.

The gardens will still be open as usual, but you may need to use a different entry point from the car park or walk across the grass to access your memorial.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your co operation and understanding as we continue to improve the access for those that are less able as these surfaces will be a huge improvement for those that use walking aids or wheelchairs.

15/08/2025

A place for reflection….

14/06/2025

Founder of Breckland Crematorium Ray Thornalley has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) in recognition of his services to the bereaved.

A little of Ray’s background:

Born and raised in Clenchwarton near King’s Lynn, Ray began his career as a carpenter’s apprentice with local builder and undertaker F. Mee and Son in Tilney All Saints. In 1981, at the age of 24, he started his own funeral business Thornalley Funeral Services in Clenchwarton. Two years later, he moved the business to St James Street in King’s Lynn, before the construction of a purpose-built funeral home on Austin Street in 2011.
Over the years, the family-run business expanded with the acquisition of Chapmans Funeral Services in Swaffham, the opening of a new funeral home in Dersingham, and the development of Breckland Crematorium which opened in 2019.

Throughout his working life, Ray has dedicated himself to supporting families through bereavement with dignity and compassion. He also helped facilitate a support group ‘Friends in Bereavement’ for many years, alongside a team of kind-hearted volunteers, offering vital support to those coping with the loss of a loved one.

Reacting to the honour, Ray said: “When I was told my name had been put forward and that I was going to receive the British Empire Medal, I was shocked and very humbled. I’m truly grateful to those who nominated me - and, of course, overjoyed.”

Ray continues to take a close interest in the running of the crematorium. We are very proud of his achievements and our entire team are guided by his principles and relentless pursuit of the highest standards of care towards those who have died and their bereaved families.

14/06/2025

We are delighted to have been able to donate funds raised through the recycling of metals which remain after a cremation has taken place. By working closely with established charities Little Discoverers and Little Miracles the Hub will provide a base and facilities which will enable people with disabilities and life limiting conditions from East Anglia to take part in a range of activities which will keep them active, fit, making friends and having fun.

A massive thank you to Breckland Crematorium for their generous donation.