Business Details
7 Years
experience
Your Trusted Funeral Services in Scoulton, Norfolk
Breckland Crematorium is a family-run business established in 2019 by Ray and Shirley Thornalley, with over four decades of combined experience in the funeral industry. Our team is dedicated to upholding traditional values of respect and dignity while providing compassionate care for bereaved families. Founded on a legacy of service since 1981, we combine professional expertise with a personal touch to ensure every funeral is a meaningful tribute. Our facilities include a spacious chapel, memorial gardens, and a flower court, all designed to create a serene environment for remembrance. We offer tailored support through every step of the process, from cremation to memorial options, ensuring families receive empathetic guidance.Our trained staff, including directors Rachel and Nathan, are committed to maintaining the highest standards of service and care. We operate with transparency, offering clear pricing and flexible service times to accommodate individual needs. Our extensive memorial gardens and digital Book of Remembrance provide lasting tributes, while our administrative team ensures seamless coordination. With a focus on community and tradition, we strive to be a trusted partner during life's most challenging moments. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement in every aspect of our operations.
Services
Cremation Services
Memorial Gardens
Chapel Hire
Book of Remembrance
Granite Memorials
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with over 40 years of combined funeral industry experience.
- Our team provides tailored support through every step of the cremation process.
- We offer diverse memorial options, including a Mulberry Memory Tree and granite benches.
- Our chapel accommodates over 100 mourners with flexible service timings.
- We maintain 24/7 accessibility to our memorial gardens for reflection and remembrance.
Services
Cremation Services
We provide dignified cremation services with flexible scheduling Monday to Friday, including Saturday morning options. Our chapel accommodates over 100 mourners, with service durations from 25 to 60 minutes. Each cremation is conducted with utmost respect, supported by trained technicians and compassionate staff to ensure a seamless process for families.
Memorial Gardens
Our extensive Gardens of Remembrance feature diverse memorial options, including boulder memorials, meadow plaques, and engraved granite benches. Visitors can explore peaceful paths around a natural pond or reflect in our landscaped garden room. Memorials remain in place for selected terms, with renewal options to maintain the grounds' tranquility and beauty.
Book of Remembrance
Our calligraphed Book of Remembrance offers a permanent tribute displayed in a peaceful garden room. Personalised entries ensure lasting memories, with the book always open to the current date. This service provides a focal point for reflection, complementing other memorial options available across our grounds.
Chapel Hire
Our chapel seats over 100 people with modern facilities for traditional or contemporary ceremonies. Equipped with an organ and audio systems, it hosts services from 9:15 AM to 4:00 PM daily. The space combines solemnity with comfort, supported by staff ensuring smooth tributes to loved ones.
Granite Memorials
We offer custom granite memorials, including Mulberry Leaves, benches, and plaques. These durable tributes are engraved with personalised messages and placed in scenic locations across our grounds. Each memorial is designed to endure while maintaining the natural beauty of our gardens for future generations.
People
Rachel Thornalley
Director
Rachel oversees financial operations at Breckland Crematorium, ensuring timely payments to suppliers and staff. With a background in the family's funeral services business since 1981, she brings extensive industry knowledge and a commitment to compassionate service.
Nathan Thornalley
Director
Nathan manages daily operations at Breckland Crematorium, overseeing chapel, crematory, and garden maintenance. His hands-on approach ensures seamless service delivery, combining practical expertise with a deep understanding of bereavement needs.
Barry
Organist
Barry serves as our resident organist, providing live music for services. A former printing industry professional, he brings musical expertise to enhance ceremonies, creating a solemn atmosphere through his performances.
Graham
Senior Gardener
Graham designs and maintains our memorial gardens, ensuring a peaceful environment for visitors. His horticultural skills create seasonal displays and permanent plantings that reflect the natural beauty of Norfolk's countryside.
Juliette
Administration Team Leader
Juliette leads our administrative team, managing bookings and inquiries with efficiency. Her cheerful demeanor and problem-solving approach provide reassurance to families during challenging times.
Questions
What services does Breckland Crematorium offer?
We provide cremation services, memorial gardens, chapel hire, Book of Remembrance entries, and custom granite memorials.
Are your memorial gardens accessible to the public?
Yes, our gardens are open daily from 9 AM to 6 PM (summer) or dusk (winter).
Can I personalise a memorial?
Yes, we offer engraved plaques, granite leaves, benches, and boulder memorials with custom messages.
What are your office hours?
Our office is open 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays.
Do you offer Saturday funeral services?
Yes, Saturday morning services are available with a surcharge.
How long do memorials remain in place?
Memorials stay for selected terms, with renewal options to maintain our grounds' beauty.
