Gedling Crematorium is inviting people from across Gedling borough to visit its picturesque and peaceful site at an open day on October 1.
The crematorium on Catfoot Lane is hosting the event between 11am and 3pm.
People will have the chance to tour the facilities and take a walk in the landscaped grounds as well as to meet the staff and find out more about the work they do and care they provide.
With the bereaved increasingly moving away from traditional funerals and seeking ways which will make their loved one’s final farewell more personal, the chapel will be decorated in different styles to help guide visitors about different options available for the final farewell.
Giulia McDonough, site manager of Gedling Crematorium, said: “In recent times there has been a move away from the more solemn type of service, as people choose, increasingly, to want a ‘celebration of life’ rather than a traditional funeral.
“Whether the deceased was a film fanatic or supported a specific sports team, we can appropriately create specific theme in our chapel building; it’s something we are seeing more demand for.
“On our open day next month, we will have some examples of how the chapel building can be decorated to deliver a uniquely personalised service.
“The open day also gives people a chance to meet our friendly and supportive team and learn about the wide range of work we do in the local community and the support we give to many local charities and organisations.”
“There will also be plenty of time to explore our site and take time to pause and reflect, too. No appointment is necessary for the open day, and we very much look forward to welcoming local families to our lovely grounds.”
To find out more about Gedling Crematorium, visit www.gedlingcrematorium.co.uk
