We very recently attended a service here and used Google maps as we were travelling from Durham to find out more about the location. As we arrived a little earlier than expected we visited the cafe and enjoyed a full English breakfast, the lady was very helpful and the cafe area was lovely and spotless. Good toilet facilities as well. We sat in the garden of remembrance before the service enjoying the flowers and water Lily pond/fountain. Beautiful location to say goodbye to our dear friend.
Always enjoying visiting this cemetery. Someone mentioned the trinkets as being a bad thing but I really think they make it so beautiful, hearing the wind chimes and seeing little personal touches on each plot.
The hedge near my mum’s plot was replaced by the staff after it had been damaged from a disease and they took great care with this. They look after the plots regularly, which I find reassuring to know as I have since moved far from the area.
TG
Tabitha Grove
Jul 15, 2023
I have come here for 2 services for my nanny and grandad in the past year unfortunately, but its a wonderful place. It has a very clean and calming atmosphere and the staff members are extremely professional, polite and compassionate. They very clearly enjoy their job and were dressed very smartly. The small chapel we went into (Abbey Chapel) was immaculate and the small size made it feel very familiar and safe. I also appreciate that there were chairs instead of pews as it made it a lot more comfortable and easier for standing up and moving around. There are big windows inside which I loved as its mostly lit by natural light and feels very open. The man who spoke during the service (I apologise I didn't catch his name but it was around 2:30 on the 13th July in the Abbey chapel if you know who did it) was amazing and was absolutely cut out for this line of work. He even remembered the last service for our granddad and mentioned it during the service which was very thoughtful. He spoke eloquently and compassionately. I live 4+ hours away from here but I would definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a place to have a service for a loved one.
TW
Tina Wilsher
Dec 7, 2022
We attended a funeral here yesterday and must say it was a very nice place to be for a final farewell.
Such a good touch to have a relaxing cafe for people to go if arriving early as we did. Pleasant staff and surroundings and ample car parking.
TM
tim mcdaddy
Mar 24, 2022
Fantastic caring people. Helped us so much