After the service, the coffin is withdrawn into the committal room, where the name plate will be carefully checked by crematorium staff to ensure the correct identity. An identity card will accompany the coffin and the resultant remains until their final disposal or removal from the crematorium.
If relatives wish to witness the committal of the coffin into the cremator, this must be arranged with the crematorium superintendent. It is preferable to advise the funeral director of these requirements as early as possible when making the funeral arrangements.
The coffin is placed in the cremator in exactly the same condition as it was received. The body and the coffin are then cremated.
Coffins
The maximum coffin dimensions (including fittings) are:
- East chapel: 7ft 6in (length) x 39in (width) x 24in (height)
- West chapel: 7ft 6in (length) x 37in (width) x 24in (height)
The maximum weight of a coffin is 39 stone.
Please advise us if it is a large or heavy coffin (150kg/23 stone), as the cremation may have to take place the following morning due to additional monitoring.
Metals
Any metals used in the construction of a coffin or medical implants are extracted from the cremated remains. If the body is cremated with jewellery, it will no longer be recognisable or retrievable due to the temperature.
If you wish for the metals to be returned to you after the cremation, please ensure you have ticked this instruction on the
Statement of understanding (PDF)
[180KB].
Any metallic material remaining is recycled and donations are given to nominated charitable causes.
Remains
The cremated remains are normally available for collection from 10am on the 2nd working day following the funeral service. Please contact the crematorium to book an appointment for collection.
Cremated remains may be laid to rest by being scattered within the Gardens of Remembrance.
To enable the bereaved to make an unhurried decision, the remains may be left in temporary deposit for a period of up to 2 months free of charge - or for a longer period on payment of a monthly charge.
For those who choose to remove the cremated remains, a container (for transportation purposes only) will be supplied free of charge. Alternatively, a wooden casket or suitable container may be supplied by the funeral director or family.