Stockport Crematorium, Heaviley

A well-established crematorium serving Stockport and Greater Manchester

Stockport Crematorium offers a calm and respectful setting for families from Stockport, Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester area.

Located within the grounds of Stockport Cemetery in Heaviley, the crematorium combines accessible facilities with landscaped surroundings that support reflection and remembrance.

Because of its long-standing role within the community, many families choose this Crematorium for services that feel both dignified and familiar.

Location and surroundings

Stockport Crematorium is located on Buxton Road in Heaviley, to the south of Stockport town centre. The surrounding cemetery grounds provide a peaceful environment, with mature trees and green spaces that help create a sense of privacy away from busy roads.

At the same time, the site remains easy to reach by car and public transport from Stockport and neighbouring areas, which can help reduce practical concerns on the day of a service.

Chapel and facilities

The chapel at Stockport Crematorium provides a comfortable and respectful space suitable for both religious and non-religious funeral services. Families can personalise ceremonies with music, readings and tributes, allowing each service to reflect personal wishes.

Crematorium staff work closely with the chosen funeral director to coordinate arrangements. As a result, services run smoothly and with sensitivity, giving families space to focus on remembrance.

Cypress Chapel at Stockport Crematorium

The Cypress Chapel is one of the two chapels located within Stockport Crematorium on Buxton Road. It offers a smaller, more intimate setting and is particularly well suited to families who prefer a quieter, more personal funeral service.

The chapel provides seating for approximately 70 people, making it an appropriate choice for smaller gatherings while still maintaining a dignified and welcoming atmosphere. Its setting within the crematorium grounds, surrounded by mature trees and greenery, helps create a calm and reflective environment.

The Cypress Chapel supports a flexible approach to services. Families can personalise ceremonies with music, readings and visual tributes, and the chapel can accommodate extended service times when a slower, more reflective pace is preferred. In addition, services can be relayed to outdoor areas via speakers, which helps accommodate additional mourners when attendance exceeds seating capacity.

Alongside the Cypress Chapel, the crematorium also offers the larger Rowan Chapel.

Together, these chapels allow the crematorium to support both intimate services and larger gatherings, with access to the surrounding Gardens of Remembrance for quiet reflection before and after the service.

Parking and accessibility

Stockport Crematorium provides free on-site parking for mourners attending services. Clearly marked pathways guide visitors through the grounds and connect the chapel with key facilities.

In addition, step-free access supports visitors with mobility needs, including wheelchair users and those who require additional assistance.

The grounds are open all year around. Please get in touch with the team to book a guided tour or to enquire about facilities or memorial options.

The crematorium is open from Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 4:30 pm and on Fridays from 9 am to 4 pm.

Memorials and remembrance

Within the cemetery grounds, the crematorium offers memorial options that provide families with a lasting place to remember loved ones. These spaces allow visitors to return privately and reflect at their own pace.

After a cremation, families can discuss the care of ashes or cremated remains with their funeral director to ensure arrangements reflect personal preferences and local guidance.

Contact details for Stockport Crematorium

Address:
Buxton Road
Heaviley
Stockport
Manchester
SK2 6LS

Telephone: 0161 218 1600
Website: You can access the website here.

Frequently asked questions about Stockport Crematorium

Where is Stockport Crematorium located?

The crematorium is located on Buxton Road in Heaviley, just south of Stockport town centre and easily accessible from across Greater Manchester.

Does Stockport Crematorium have parking?

Yes. Stockport Crematorium provides free on-site parking for mourners attending services, with access routes designed to support easy movement around the grounds.

Are there toilets at Stockport Crematorium?

Yes. Public toilets are available on site during opening hours, including accessible facilities for visitors with additional needs.

Can you have a non-religious service at Stockport Crematorium?

Yes. The chapel is suitable for both religious and non-religious funeral services, and families can personalise ceremonies to reflect individual beliefs.

What happens to ashes after cremation at Stockport Crematorium?

After the cremation, families can decide how the cremated remains are handled. Options are discussed with the funeral director and may include collection, memorial placement or other arrangements.

Frequently asked questions about the Cypress Chapel at Stockport Crematorium

What is the Cypress Chapel at Stockport Crematorium?

The Cypress Chapel is one of the two funeral chapels at Stockport Crematorium on Buxton Road. It provides a smaller, more intimate setting for funeral services and is often chosen for quieter, personal ceremonies.

How many people can the Cypress Chapel seat?

The Cypress Chapel seats approximately 70 people, making it suitable for smaller gatherings while still offering a dignified and comfortable environment.

Where is the Cypress Chapel located?

The Cypress Chapel is located within the grounds of Stockport Crematorium on Buxton Road in Heaviley, Stockport (SK2 6LS), alongside the larger Rowan Chapel.

Can services be personalised at the Cypress Chapel?

Yes. Families can personalise services at the Cypress Chapel with music, readings and visual tributes. The chapel also supports extended service times for services that require a slower or more reflective pace.

What happens if more people attend than the chapel can hold?

When attendance exceeds seating capacity, services can be relayed to outdoor areas via speakers, allowing additional mourners to take part respectfully.