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Opening this September near Edinburgh - First crematorium in Scotland to offer experiential funerals.

18/09/2025

Westerleigh Funeral Plans have now launched. These trust-backed funeral plans are designed to offer those looking to plan ahead peace of mind, with a guaranteed cremation at any Westerleigh Group crematorium.

The plans are offered, and the funeral conducted through local funeral directors and include:
• A range of service options – from traditional attended to direct
• Fixed pricing to protect against rising costs
• Low admin fees
• Dedicated account support and onboarding

If you're a funeral director and would like to find out more about how these plans can support your local community, please visit our website: https://ow.ly/ulBx50WYFYX

09/09/2025

Last week marked week 58 at East Lothian Crematorium, with a number of significant milestones reached over the past week with City Gate Construction.

Recent works have included completion of PV installation, floral tribute roof works completed with scaffolding removed and new walls underway.

As we bear the final weeks of the build, the team will be focusing on the gas tank delivery and installation, continued joinery and decoration across internal and external areas and the final fit-out of plumbing, heating, and data cabling

With building control inspections passed and key systems progressing to final fix, we are moving steadily towards completion.

03/09/2025

It was a pleasure to welcome so many of our local funeral directors and celebrants yesterday evening to Queen Margaret University as we showcased our plans to open the doors to East Lothian Crematorium soon and introduce you to our immersive funeral setting.

We will be the first location in Scotland to offer this pioneering experience — a truly transformative step in how we’re able to celebrate loved ones and their individual stories. Captured through dynamic Canvas projections, lighting and soundscapes, families will be able to personalise services in ways never before possible.

We look forward to keeping you updated on this exciting journey as we work together with Obitus and will provide further updates as we prepare to open East Lothian Crematorium.

20/08/2025

The build at East Lothian Crematorium continues to gather momentum, with some key milestones taking shape on site. The main entrance pillars and columns are now close to completion, adding real presence to the approach, while work to the boundary walls and floral tribute roof is progressing well.

Landscaping across the grounds is also advancing, helping to bring the overall vision for the site to life. Inside, mechanical and electrical first fix works are underway, alongside the completion of the reception porch joinery, which marks another important step forward.

Looking ahead, the team will be focusing on roof tiling, the continuation of the floral tribute structure, and the service yard concrete pour, as well as plastering and screeding across internal areas.

It’s fantastic to see the project developing week by week, and we’re grateful to City Gate Construction for their continued hard work in bringing East Lothian Crematorium closer to reality.

11/08/2025

Work continues to progress steadily on the East Lothian Crematorium project, being delivered by City Gate Construction.

Last week, we completed the chapel ceiling and continued with the work on the formation of pathways/roadways, the car park, the floral tribute area and the remaining plastering.

This week, we expect to receive all timber deliveries, complete the overflow carpark, continue with the landscaping and finish the draining to the surrounding building.

It’s exciting to see this build taking shape every week as we get closer to completion – and soon, we’ll be serving the Edinburgh community.

28/07/2025

Our project continues to take shape, with significant progress made on site last week.

All glazing and windows have now been installed, and major works to the car park, drainage systems, and roofing are complete. Internally, the chapel ceiling has been plastered and eaves detailing finalised, while installation of cremator room equipment is well underway. The boundary wall and fencing are progressing well, and SPEN works have been completed with the new meter now fitted.

As we move into the next phase, work is continuing on the stone façade at the main entrance, the reception porch is taking form, and pathways through the garden areas are being laid. The final internal finishes are also advancing across several rooms.

We’re incredibly proud of the care and attention going into every aspect of this build. Once complete, East Lothian Crematorium will provide a peaceful, thoughtfully designed space for the local community for many years to come.

Thank you to City Gate Construction and all our partners for their continued hard work and dedication.

11/07/2025

Work continues to progress steadily on the East Lothian Crematorium project, being delivered by City Gate Construction.

This week saw continued stonework on the main entrance, further development of the chapel ceiling, and roofing works including tiling, leadwork, and flat roof membrane installation. Windows and glazing are being installed, plastering has begun in key internal areas, and work on the floral tribute walkway is well underway. The coffin store roof has now been completed, and boundary wall construction using reclaimed stone is progressing.

Looking ahead, next week will focus on completing the stone facade around the entrance, building the reception porch, advancing roofing and drainage work, and continuing with internal finishes. Equipment for the cremator room is due to arrive, and fencing work along the boundary lines will continue.

Thank you to everyone on-site for the continued hard work and dedication as we move closer to completion.

27/06/2025

East Lothian Crematorium, week 48! We’re making strong headway on the development, with works advancing across all key areas of the build. This week's focus included:

· Stonework across the main entrance and east/west elevations
· Pathway formation and landscaping in the garden area
· Chapel ceiling boarding and skim coat application
· Stone and membrane works for car park paving
· Tiling works on the roof of the cremator room chimney area
· Kerbing across car park zones
· Electrical containment in reception, transfer rooms and garden store
· Window installation and glazing
· Decorative works to eaves, steelwork and cremator room ceiling

Every day and detail counts as we work to deliver a beautiful and respectful place of remembrance for the East Lothian community.

Thank you to everyone involved and from City Gate Construction Ltd for your hard work.

06/06/2025

Steady progress continues as we finish week 43 of our East Lothian Crematorium development with City Gate Construction Ltd. Key milestones achieved this week include:

- Chimney corbelling brickwork completed
- Painting works to the staffroom void finalised
- Sheeting installed to roof voids above waiting room and public toilets
- Solar panel bracketry and cabling in place
- Continued blockwork, kerbing, paving, and pathway formation
- Landscaping preparation underway, with seeding to the east of the building

This project is slowly taking shape and it's great to see the development week on week as we get ready to serve the East Lothian community.

10/11/2024

This Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day, we honour and remember all those who have served, sacrificed, and lost their lives in service. 🌹

As we come together this weekend and on Monday, let us pause, reflect, and show our gratitude to those who fought. At 11 am, we invite everyone to join in a moment of silence to remember their courage and commitment.

Address

Old Craighall Road
Musselburgh
EH218XB

Website

https://www.westerleighgroup.co.uk/

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