In response to the new lockdown and the duty of care Hollowells have to their clients and staff we have made the difficult decision to move all of our funeral arrangement appointments to telephone appointments... read more »
The New National Lockdown and Funerals
Once again we find ourselves in a National Lockdown... read more »
What the New Tier 4 Means for Funerals in Northampton
Following the Governments change in advice this weekend please find advice about the impact in Northampton... read more »
A Peaceful Christmas
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The Bearing of Coffins at The Counties Crematorium, Northampton.
As from Monday, 28 September we will no longer be able to shoulder bear coffins into the chapel at The Counties Crematorium... read more »
The Rule of Six
The Rule of Six – sounds like an Agatha Christie novel! Fortunately, this new rule does not have an adverse effect on the numbers that can attend a funeral service... read more »
Limousine Update.
In order to conform to new guidelines and to have consistency with churches, crematoriums and other indoor funeral service venues the wearing of a face covering or mask is mandatory when travelling in our limousines... read more »
Limousines are Back!
From Tuesday, 1st September we are glad to be able to use our limousines again, but as with everything during the pandemic there are rules to be followed to protect you and us:
• If you or any of your household/social group develop symptoms or contract Coronavirus you should limit the spread of the virus by not attending the funeral service... read more »
More about Masks.
As alluded to in previous Masks! news... read more »
Masks!
Please be advised that as from today the wearing of face coverings is mandatory for all those visiting The Counties Crematorium, Northampton and Nene Valley Crematorium, Wellingborough... read more »
Welcome Back to Beech Avenue
We'd like to welcome our families back to Beech Avenue... read more »
Should I Wear a Mask at a Funeral?
Interesting question!
As from Saturday, 8th August 2020 masks must be worn in places of worship... read more »
COVID-19: guidance for managing a funeral during the coronavirus pandemic.
The government has updated the advice regarding funeral... read more »
Sad News – Happy News
Sad News... read more »
Now I Am One
Every year in July the group from “Now I am One” gather together in Annette’s and Paul’s garden at Brafield on the Green for an afternoon of reflection and remembrance... read more »
Singing!
We've been asked many times if the singing of hymns or other songs at a funeral service is allowed... read more »
How Many Mourners in Church?
There was some uncertainty about how many mourners could attend a church service... read more »
Northampton Crematorium Allows More Mourners to Attend Services
A little bit of good news!
The Counties Crematorium, Northampton as from Monday, 6th July will increase the numbers of mourners allowed to attend a cremation service to 28... read more »
Sponsorship of The Northampton Male Voice Choir
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Churches Opening For Services
In line with government guidelines and following advice from the House of Bishops (Church of England) we are happy to announce that as from today, Monday, 15 June 2020 Northampton’s churches are open for funeral services... read more »