Great Yarmouth Crematorium
Great Yarmouth Crematorium takes pride in providing exceptional facilities, surpassing expectations for families bidding farewell to their loved ones. The crematorium boasts Norfolk's largest chapel, accommodating up to 120 attendees for services. Upon arrival, families can gather in a private waiting area, shielded from the English weather. The car park accommodates 53 cars, with a short, flat 70-metre route leading to the chapel. Additional parking spaces are available at the rear for disabled visitors.
With 45-minute service bookings, there is ample time for a calm, personalised service, including readings and hymns, complemented by an intermission in the flower cloister and koi pool area. Digital screens enable visual tributes, and webcasting services allow remote participation. The crematorium features burial grounds, a Garden of Remembrance, and a lawned area for scattering ashes beneath specially chosen trees. A wheelchair is provided for customer use, ensuring accessibility for all.
Please remember: you need to book an appointment at the Great Yarmouth Crematorium in order to discuss your plans. We’d be happy to help you do this, so feel free to get in touch with one of our personal advisers.
Facts & figures
- Norfolk’s largest chapel
- 120 attendees for services
- Car park with 53 spaces
- Garden of Remembrance
- Koi pond
Public viewing times (for visiting the crematorium)
Monday 7:30am - 7:00pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 7:00pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 7:00pm
Thursday 7:30am - 7:00pm
Friday 7:30am - 7:00pm
Saturday 7:30am - 7:00pm
Sunday 7:30am - 7:00pm
In summer months only. The gates close at 4.30pm in winter.
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Directions
From Lowestoft town centre, those approaching from the A47 (Lowestoft) can follow Yarmouth Road northward. At the Hopton roundabout, take the first exit to stay on the A47. Navigate the next roundabout, taking the first exit onto Beaufort Way. Continue to the subsequent roundabout, taking the second exit along Beaufort Way. Make the first right onto Carell Road, followed by the first left onto Woodfarm Lane. Proceed along Woodfarm Lane, which transforms into Oriel Avenue. Pass the Primary School on the right and Ormiston Academy on the left. The Crematorium is indicated by signage and is a left turn shortly after the Academy. The entrance, marked Magdalen Lawn Cemetery and Crematorium, is easily visible.
For those taking an alternative route from the A47 (Lowestoft), once again from Lowestoft town centre, follow Yarmouth Road northward. At the Hopton On Sea roundabout, take the first exit, remaining on the A47. At the next roundabout, opt for the second exit, continuing on the A47 Lowestoft Road, passing James Paget University Hospital on the left. At the subsequent traffic lights, turn left onto Brasenose Avenue, signposted for the Crematorium. Follow Brasenose until reaching the T junction and turn left onto Hertford Way, which is again signposted for the Crematorium. Continue to the T junction, where the entrance to Magdalen Lawn Cemetery and Crematorium lies opposite.
For those travelling from the A47 (Great Yarmouth), depart from Acle, following the A47 signposted for Great Yarmouth. At the end of the Acle Straight, at the Vauxhall roundabout, take the third exit onto the A47, signposted for Lowestoft and Gorleston. Cross the Breydon Lift Bridge and, at the roundabout, take the second exit onto the A47, signposted for Lowestoft. At the next roundabout, once again take the second exit onto the A47, signposted for Lowestoft.
Take the slip road signposted for Beccles, remaining in the left-hand lane. Turn right at the traffic lights and then make a sharp left onto Shrublands Way. Continue to the traffic lights and proceed straight over into Magdalen Way, passing a parade of shops on the left. Turn right into Hertford Way and continue to the T-junction with Oriel Avenue, where the entrance to Magdalen Lawn Cemetery and Crematorium is situated opposite.
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