Set amongst delightful landscape grounds Seasonal Gardens of Remembrance, the Crematorium buildings are of a modern design and provide a friendly and pleasant atmosphere
The book of remembrance and flower rooms are open on Monday to Friday, weekends and bank holidays.
The Council is a member of theFederation of British Cremation Authoritiesand complies with the strict code of practice, which determines the necessary high standard of crematoria.
We are members of the Confederation of Burial Authorities. At present we are also working towards the “Charter for the bereaved.”
At Gornal Wood we offer a variety ofmemorialsto commemorate your loved ones. Whilst we have attempted to provide quite detailed information on this website, please do not hesitate to contact the crematorium office if you require further guidance or advice.
Bereavement Services now offer aGenealogy Research Serviceto locate a person that is buried within one of the boroughs cemeteries. The online facility provides both the burial location and grave number.
There are two services of remembrance held in the Crematorium Chapel one at Christmas and one during the summer.
Everyone is welcome to attend. Notices are placed in the local press near to the date, as well as on this website – alternatively you may enquire at the office.
The services take approximately 45 minutes and after the ceremony all of the buildings are open for inspection. Members of staff are on hand to explain the various aspects of cremation and to answer any questions you may have.
Gornal Wood Office All Year Monday to Friday 9 am to 4 pm, Closed weekends and Bank Holidays.
Please note - from 1 March 2025, enquires to the office are by appointment only. Please either call the office on 01384 813970 or e-mail to Bereavementsvcs.due@dudley.gov.uk to make an appointment.
Cemetery and Crematorium Grounds including crematorium buildings
Summer (1st April - 31st October) Everyday including weekends and Bank Holidays 9am to 6 pm
Winter (1st November - 31st March) Everyday including weekends and Bank Holidays 9am to 4:30pm
Please note at Gornal Wood Crematorium the buildings (including the Book of Remembrance rooms) are locked 30 minutes before the grounds close.
The Crematorium gates are closed 15 minutes earlier.
