In many countries, crematoria contain facilities for funeral ceremonies, such as a chapel. About 70% of funerals in great britain now involve a cremation and there are about 230 crematoria in great britain, of which more than 75% are municipally owned. Located in pontypridd, the glyntaff crematorium was one of the earliest crematoriums to open within the uk. The haunting last words of a ghost from a dream, paul schralla. Taffs well, ty rhiw cemetery 1909 for information on these cemeteries and to request searches of the registers, contact. Morgan vowles funeral directors 154 155 trehafod road trehafod mid glamorgan cf37 2ll. Simply enter the name of the deceased, and optionally a burial or cremation date range, and click the search button to retrieve the matching records. Glyntaff crematorium morgan vowles funeral directors. Funeral director costs can be compared on the your funeral choice website. Glyntaff crematorium page 2 morgan vowles funeral directors. Hi, im hoping someone could help me find a site or place where i can source information on historical events in pontypridd as im currently staying in a coach house and would like to know when it was built and also history of the surroundings as i believe it to be old building and would like to know what happened and what the place was used for.
Information gained from the deceased online service can help the professional genealogist and those casually researching their ancestry. Records images cemetery page showing maps, records, and images of headstones in the glyntaff cemetery, pontypridd, rhondda cynon taff, wales, united kingdom billiongraves cemetery and images. Glyntaff cemetery and crematorium glyntaff crematorium was opened in 1924, the sixteenth to open in great britian, but, for almost thirty years, the only crematorium serving the whole of wales. The pontypridd burial board glamorgan appears to have been created between 1895 and 1906. Crematoria book of remembrance online memorials and. Glyntaff campus, university of south wales advice zone. Work begins at glyntaff crematorium aberdareonline. According to an rct council statement, glyntaff crematorium was built near the home of welsh eccentric doctor william price, considered the pioneer of cremation. In 20 dignity acquired haltemprice crematorium in hull and east riding crematorium in driffield from yew holdings ltd. Details from the locations guide to doctor who, torchwood, and the sarah jane adventures. Cremations rhondda cynon taf county borough council. The crematorium was opened by the mayor of march, councillor andrew pugh followed by a service of dedication led by right reverend david thomson, acting bishop of ely and bishop of. Funeral expenses rhondda cynon taf county borough council. At glyntaff crematorium there is a choice of the following memorials.
Leaving a memorial helps us share the pain and grief of our loss with others. Samuel meekosha vc 16 september 1893 8 december 1950, who changed his name by deed poll to samuel ingham in 1942, was an english recipient of the victoria cross, the highest and most prestigious award for gallantry in the face of the enemy that can be awarded to british and commonwealth forces. Glyntaff crematorium book of remembrance online memorials. It examines the history of cremation and discusses some interesting aspects of the demographics of cremation at manchester crematorium during its early years. Search faqs, ask a question and book an appointment. It features two traditionally designed chapels as well as. On 8 october 1966 penelopen visited glyntaff crematorium to unveil a stainedglass window in memory of her father at the north chapel. Glyntaff cemetery in pontypridd, rhondda cynon taff find a. In some countries a crematorium can also be a venue for openair cremation. Some crematoria also incorporate a columbarium, a place for interring cremation ashes. Pontypridd glyntaff cemetery 115 history information. Get the billiongraves app now and help collect images for this cemetery. Dedication of a standard rosebush for a period of 10 years.
Register as a deceased online user and gain access to. If you register with deceased online here, you will be able to purchase credits online, which you can spend to access further information associated with any of the found records. Burial records, cremation records, grave maps, genealogy. Remains may also be collected from the crematorium for interment at another cemetery or scatter elsewhere according to personal choice.
Glyntaff crematorium was opened in 1924, the sixteenth to open in great britain, but, for almost thirty years, the only crematorium serving the whole of wales. It features two traditionally designed chapels as well as beautifully designed gardens that have a sen. It examines the history of cremation and discusses some interesting aspects of the demographics of cremation at. There are two chapels, both of traditional design, and these, together with the beauty of the gardens, add to the dignity and peacefulness of the crematorium. Welcome to the reading crematorium book of remembrance. Paul is tormented nightly by these words of his dead father while he begins work on a book about americaa. Rhondda valleys information and history john davies a miner boy and man. A crematorium or crematory is a venue for the cremation of the dead. This is an important and necessary piece of work that allows us to preserve and protect the unique history of the columbarium and glyntaff crematorium, whilst also providing a facility fit for the future. Glyntaff cemetery, pontypridd, rhondda cynon taff, wales, united kingdom. Ordering a memorial rhondda cynon taf county borough council.
Additional chapel slotburial service at glyntaff crematorium chapel. Dedication of a rosebushplaque for a period of 10 years. The parish church of st marys is on glyntaff road in the village. Glyntaff cemetery the locations guide to doctor who. If requests could be limited to current working arrangements, current funeral services rather than family history requests. A z if you cant find what youre looking for, browse our a z of topics. Records of baptism for people born in and around glyntaff between 1848 and. Service times are an hour in length which is quite a bit longer than the average service time.
This has been carried out by members of the pontypridd historical society. University of south wales cemetery road glyntaff pontypridd cf37 4bd. Burial and cremation merthyr tydfil county borough council. Went down to the cemetery yesterday and must say the gardens were still looking good gareth did an excellant job clearing those weeds. The following are a few examples of our proud heritage. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet. Pontypridd, glyntaff cemetery peoples collection wales. John davies 1897 1963 after his first day down the coal mines aged 12. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Arrangements may also be made to attend while the remains are being laid to rest at no extra cost. Cardiff and glamorgan crematorium is situated within cardiff and glamorgan memorial park.
Forest of dean crematorium in cinderford, gloucestershire. Cemetery road, glyntaff, pontypridd, wales, cf37 4be. Service times are an hour in length which is quite a bit longer than the average. In the centre of the cemetery, facing the entrance gates, is a crematorium where members of his majestys forces were cremated during the 19391945.
A book of remembrance is displayed in its own viewing room within the grounds of. Search registers by country, region, county, burial authority or crematorium free of charge. Searching is free, and can be restricted as required to country, region, county, or individual burial authority or crematorium. The conical pipe organ has been restored and now recitals and other concerts are held there. We hope that by placing a memorial in remembrance of your loved one here will help to make your loss that little more bearable. The funeral director then makes all arrangements direct with the crematorium for a cremation or with the bereavement services office at the local council for the burial of a coffin. Wales first crematorium and its 30week repair programme that will help preserve families special place to grieve glyntaff crematorium on the outskirts of pontypridd opened in 1924 share. A second child but brought up an only child as his elder sister had died at the age of 6 months. Glyntaff crematorium and cemetery in pontypridd, rhondda cynon. A short history of dad born in glanamman on december 3rd 1922 to arthur and mari griffiths. Glyntaff crematorium and cemetery 1871 llanharan cemetery 1921 llantrisant, cefn y parc cemetery. Here you can find out whats happening on the day at the glyntaff campus. Final resting places mannau gorffwys olaf glamorgan family.
Specialist support we work with a range of services to ensure you receive the support you need. Modern crematoria contain at least one cremator, a purposebuilt furnace. The manchester experience the following article was originally published in the manchester genealogist volume 372 in 2001. Also glyntaff crematorium pictured is located in this village which is run by rhondda cynon taf county council. January, february, march, april, may, june, july, august, september, october. Photo of pontypridd, glyntaff crematorium 1899, from the francis frith collection. Francis frith the uks leading publisher of local photographs since 1860. Glyntaff cemetery in pontypridd, rhondda cynon taff find. Cllr joy rosser, rhondda cynon taf councils cabinet member for safer communities, libraries and heritage, said. Dignity crematoria and cemeteries have been serving their local communities for generations. Wales first crematorium and its 30week repair programme. Most cemeteries and crematoria are administered by the new unitary. I would be so grateful if anyone can help me find out if the following lady was cremated at glyntaff crematorium this has been a 17 year.
Get contact details, videos, photos, opening times and map directions. Search of cremation records at glyntaff crematorium wales. Glyntaff is the location of the university of south wales glyntaff campus, which houses the department for health, sport and social science hesas. A range of facilities are available when planning a cremation service andor memorial afterwards. Yelp is a fun and easy way to find, recommend and talk about whats great and not so great in pontypridd and beyond. On november 30 1953 she met lord horder, the president of the cremation society when she was invited to attend the opening of cardiffs first crematorium at thornhill. Glyntaff is a small village to the southeast of pontypridd, in the county borough of rhondda. Haycombe cemetery and crematorium is currently closed to visitors, except close. Hundreds of chapels were built in glamorgan many with burial grounds. Royal commission on the ancient and historical monuments of. The top or burial chapel was built in time for the opening, as was the lodge.
Glyntaff crematorium and cemetery pontypridd cemetery. Although all the information in this book is for glamorgan, for ease of accessing the. The glamorgan mission to the deaf and dumb was founded in pontypridd 100 years ago. Burial records, cremation records, grave maps, genealogy and. Glyntaff crematorium, pontypridd crematoriums beyond. I do not recount the story of john davies here because it was remarkable, but because it is remarkable that his story was the norm. The funeral director will also arrange transport, service, etc. Cremation staff will carry out your wishes promptly and with dignity. This cemetery contains war graves of both world wars, the burials of the 19141918 war being scattered in various parts of the cemetery. Oct 23, 2015 wales first crematorium and its 30week repair programme that will help preserve families special place to grieve glyntaff crematorium on the outskirts of pontypridd opened in 1924 share. This is an important and necessary piece of work that allows us to preserve and protect the unique history of the columbarium and glyntaff crematorium, whilst also providing a. The treelined pathways, secluded corners and peaceful gardens combine to make woodside cemetery and crematorium a memorable place both to visit and to celebrate a life.
In the small chapel theres a christmas tree with tags to write a message and hang on the treewhat a lovely idea. It opened in 1924 and for more than thirty years, it was the only crematorium throughout the whole of wales. It contains the crematorium which isthe oldest crematorium in wales, and has links with dr william price 18001893, who lived in pontypridd and was active in establishing cremation as a legal form of disposal of the dead in great britain in 1884. The crematoria crematory of the united kingdom ar listed on this page. Wyre forest crematorium and cemetery opened in worcestershire in december 2011 and is operated in partnership with wyre forest district council.
619 1211 749 214 75 1270 35 1001 1191 199 1221 263 186 1193 1132 1192 35 800 1260 325 573 714 639 1041 647 1210 373 288 1494 680 244 229 21 45 741 846 488 474 1484 303 1492 1308 690 701 1006