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About Manchester Crematorium
Manchester Crematorium, situated beside Southern Cemetery, is an independent crematorium established in 1892. It has two chapels: the Old Chapel, seating around 120, and the New Chapel seating about 60. The facility uses the Obitus media system and has a hearing loop. Services typically last 40 minutes, with the option to book an extra 40‑minute slot. Saturday morning services are available for an additional fee. Live streaming and visual tributes are offered.
Up to 120 seated, with standing space if required.
Watch or share the service live online (crematorium fee applies).
Display a photo, slideshow or video during the service.
Standard services last 40 minutes with an option to book an extra 40‑minute slot; early services last 30 minutes. minute services in the chapel. Double services available on request.
Saturday services can be arranged.
Two contrasting chapels: the 1892 Old Chapel, a basilica-style space with stained glass seating around 120, and the 1954 New Chapel seating about 60 with its own organ and a digital system for contemporary music. Obitus media and hearing loops serve both.
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Facilities & directions
Free parking is provided on site with step-free routes to both chapels; the entrance is off Barlow Moor Road, opposite Southern Cemetery.
Chorlton Metrolink stop is under a mile away, and frequent buses along Barlow Moor Road and Princess Road link the site with Chorlton, Didsbury and central Manchester.
Step-free access to both chapels, hearing loops and short, level walks from the car park suit visitors with limited mobility.
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