Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium, Sefton

Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium serves families across Thornton, Formby, Crosby and the wider Sefton area.

Located on Lydiate Lane, the Crematorium offers a peaceful setting for funeral services and memorial gatherings.

Many families begin planning by speaking with a funeral director, while others find it helpful to use a cremation cost calculator to understand potential costs early in the process.

Chapel, cremation services and grounds

Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium provides a traditional chapel where funeral services can be held for both religious and non-religious ceremonies. The chapel offers a calm environment where families can pay tribute to a loved one with music and readings of their choice.

The crematorium is surrounded by landscaped gardens and green spaces that help create a sense of tranquillity before and after services. These grounds also provide options for the interment or scattering of cremated remains and ashes, giving families scope to arrange memorials in a way that feels fitting.

Parking and accessibility

The Crematorium has on-site parking available for mourners attending services. A car park is located at the rear of the crematorium and drivers are requested not to park on the main drive.

Accessible pathways link key areas of the site, making it easier for visitors with mobility needs to move around comfortably. As a result, the crematorium provides a practical and considerate environment for all visitors.

Toilets are available on site.

Location and travel

Thornton Garden of Rest is situated on Lydiate Lane in Thornton, within the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton.

The crematorium is easily reached by local road networks, and nearby bus routes serve the area for those travelling without a car.

Despite its accessibility, the green setting creates a calm backdrop for reflection and remembrance.

Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium contact details

Address:
Lydiate Lane
Thornton
Sefton
L23 1TP

Telephone:
0151 924 5143

Email:
thornton.gardenofrest@sefton.gov.uk

Website:
Access the website here.

Frequently Asked Questions About Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium

What are the opening times at Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium?

The crematorium grounds are open daily during daylight hours to allow visitors time for reflection. Office times for arranging services and making enquiries are typically during standard working hours from Monday to Friday.

Families are encouraged to check current opening times before visiting, as these can vary on public holidays.

Is parking available at Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium?

Yes, free on-site parking is available within the crematorium grounds for mourners attending services.

A car park is located at the rear of the crematorium and drivers are requested not to park on the main drive.

This makes arrival straightforward and reduces the need to find street parking nearby.

Can ashes be scattered or interred at Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium?

Yes, families may arrange for cremated remains and ashes to be scattered or interred within designated areas of the crematorium grounds.

Many families choose to spend time in the gardens after a service to reflect and remember.

Is Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium suitable for non-religious services?

Yes, the chapel at Thornton can accommodate religious, non-religious and humanist funeral services. This allows families to personalise ceremonies according to individual beliefs and preferences.

Is Thornton Garden of Rest Crematorium wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the crematorium grounds provide accessible pathways and step-free access to key areas, supporting visitors with mobility needs throughout the site.