Canford Crematorium
Was it your loved one’s wish to be cremated?
Here at Brunel Funeral Directors in Bristol, we have been supporting bereaved families within our local community for 45 years and are here to help you through every step of the process, including planning a bespoke service at Canford Cemetery and Crematorium.
Select a simple 20-minute service that is held at the scenic and quiet Canford Crematorium at 9.00, 9.30, or 10.00 am – whichever suits your friends and family best.
Finding Canford Lane Crematorium
Located on Canford Lane in Westbury-on-Trym, Canford Crematorium is just a stone’s throw away from our funeral home and is no more than 5 minutes away by car.
With space for 100 mourners and a good-sized outdoor area for more to mingle and show their respects.
Although there are no official car parking facilities, guests are welcome to park along the driveway as long as they leave room for official vehicles. For those using public transport, there is a bus stop within 150m of the crematorium that serves the number 10, 11, and 13 buses, and the closest train station is Sea Mills, which is a 45-minute walk.
If preferred, families can also choose Canford Cemetery and Crematorium, which is located on Canford Lane, Westbury-on-Trym.
Facilities at Canford Cemetery and Crematorium
Canford Crematorium offers all the facilities you and your family may need during this difficult time and peaceful, well-maintained grounds that can offer comfort and consolation for visitors.
The chapel offers necessary facilities for a thoughtful and accessible service, including:
- A sound system
The chapel is equipped with a speaker system which can be heard both inside and outside, offering endless official music choices, providing a song has been officially recorded, that can be played as part of the service.
DVDs and USBs are also now available to purchase.
- An induction loop system for those with hearing impediments and hearing aids
- Ramped disabled access and a wheelchair for unrestricted access
Large print hymn books are available for guests who are visually impaired (or struggle to read the small print), and guide dogs are welcomed with a bowl of fresh water for their comfort.
- Accessible WC access for public use
The male WC is suitable for lateral transfers but lacks the turning space for wheelchairs, while the female WC includes a transfer from the left and space for turning. Both are accessed via radar key
- Live webcast services and visual displays
If your loved one wanted to invite treasured guests who aren’t able to travel, they can join remotely to pay their respects.
Find more about accessibility at Canford as needed.
Opening Times
Opening times at Canford Crematorium vary depending on the time of year.
- Summer season (April to October)
Monday to Friday – 9 am to 7 pm
Weekends and bank holidays – 11 am to 4.30 pm
- Winter season (November to March)
Monday to Friday – 9 am to 4.30 pm
Weekends and bank holidays – 11 am to 4.30 pm
Please note that on special occasions, such as Christmas Day, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day, the cemetery is open to visitors wishing to pay their respects or remember loved ones between the hours of 9 am and 4.30 pm.
For more information about Canford Lane Crematorium, or to book an appointment to visit the office, call the cemetery directly on 0117 903 8280.
Memorial Options
After the cremation has taken place at Canford Cemetery and Crematorium, you may wish to have your loved one’s name entered into the Book of Remembrance to mark the anniversary of their death. Although copies are available as folded remembrance cards and miniature books, you can visit the cemetery and see your message displayed on that day every year.
Alternatively, a memorial vase with an inscribed tablet is a beautiful way to pay homage to your loved one. This can be placed at the edge of the path in the memorial garden at South Bristol Crematorium – giving you a personal place to visit and place flowers.
You can also choose a memorial or commemorative plaque with a bespoke inscription added to the memorial gardens or memorial bed respectively. Once affixed, these give loved ones somewhere to come on anniversaries or special occasions and can provide comfort.
For those looking to bury their friend or family member after cremation, you could opt for a specific plot in a small, private grave at the cemetery. This can be marked with either a bronze or granite memorial stone and an engraved inscription. Some designs have flower holders, too.
Whether you choose to add a memorial element or not, just let us know what you’d prefer as part of the planning process. We’ll do all we can to help you remember your loved one in a way that was true to their wishes and personality.
Personalising the Cremation Service
Personalisation is integral to offering cremation or burial services that your loved one would have preferred.
The options for this are almost endless and can be completely bespoke, but common options include:
- Sharing cherished memories and recalling key moments of a person’s life as part of the eulogy
- Showing photographs and short video clips
- Playing favourite songs, bells, or chimes
- Decorating with bright colours, particular flowers, or decorations like bunting
- Accommodating a Guard of Honour as they line the route from armed services, volunteer groups, or even groups associated with passions or hobbies
- Encouraging guests to wear specific clothes, colours, or accessories
- Coloured, patterned, or bespoke coffins
- Collecting donations for specific charities or special causes that were important to them
The best service is personal, so feel free to share your ideas or your friend or family member’s requests with us, and we’ll do our best to accommodate their preferences.