South Shields Crematorium
Contents
- Overview
- Cremation services times
- Opening times
- Online streaming of funeral services
- Visual tributes
- Baby and infant memorial services
- Grass, shrubs, weeds and tree maintenance
Overview
The extensive grounds at the crematorium consist of a wide variety of flower borders, trees and shrubs and provide a tranquil and peaceful setting for the memorial gardens.
Anyone can be cremated at South Shields Crematorium, irrespective of where they lived or their religious beliefs.
The chapel seats approximately 200, with capacity for 30 standing in the foyer.
There is further standing room outside under a canopy, with the service being relayed through external speakers. A waiting room and public toilets are also available.
For information about the wide range of memorials available see memorials.
For information on the cost of cremations and memorials View the costs for cremations.
Cremation services times
Cremation services are offered at the following times:
Monday to Thursday:
- 9am
- 9.45am
- 10.30am
- 11.15am
- 12.30pm
- 1.15pm
- 2pm
- 2.45pm
Friday:
- 9am
- 9.45am
- 10.30am
- 11.15am
- 12.30pm
- 1.15pm
Saturday:
- 9am
- 9.45am
- 10.30am
A surcharge will apply on Saturdays.
Opening times
- Monday to Thursday: 8.30am to 4pm
- Friday: 8.30am to 3pm
- Saturday: 8.30am to 4pm
- Sundays and public holidays: 11am to 3pm
- Mother's Day and Father's Day: 9am to 3pm
The Administration Office for the crematorium and the cemeteries is based here and is open Monday to Friday only.
Festive opening times
- Christmas Eve: 8.30am to 4pm
- Christmas Day: 9am to 3pm
- Boxing Day: 11am to 3pm
- New Year's Eve: 8.30am to 4pm
- New Year's Day: 11am to 3pm
Online streaming of funeral services
The audio or video recording and / or streaming of services at the request of the legal applicant of the funeral is permitted and we expect all celebrants to allow such recording or streaming.
It can be undertaken by the applicant or anyone on their behalf using their own equipment.
Alternatively, the crematorium's own equipment may be used. This should be arranged with your funeral director.
There is a charge for this service.
Visual tributes
If the person making the funeral arrangements has requested it, a visual tribute can be played during the funeral service.
A range of options are available:
- A favourite single photo of a loved one, shown throughout the service
- A slideshow of up to 25 photos
- A video created by the family can also be played
There is a charge for this service.
Baby and infant memorial services
A baby and infant remembrance service, held in conjunction with South Tyneside and Sunderland Hospital Trust, takes place in the crematorium chapel on the second Saturday of May and November every year at 3pm.
Hymns, prayers and readings are all part of the service.
All families and friends of parents who have experienced a baby's death are welcome to attend.
Grass, shrubs, weeds and tree maintenance
The Council works with contractors to maintain the green spaces within the borough. For more information, see maintenance of our green spaces.