JC Atkinson

JC Atkinson The UK's unrivalled manufacturer of coffins and caskets. We have a long heritage of producing beautifully crafted coffins from high quality materials.

JC Atkinson is the largest independent manufacturer of coffins and caskets to the UK funeral market; from our purpose built facility we manufacture and distribute over 60,000 coffins a year. As well as producing more traditional style coffins we have embraced the contemporary with our Reflections Picture Coffin range and Natural Legacy Wool Coffins as well as bamboo, wicker, seagrass and other alternative coffin ranges.

Crafted from natural cornstarch, this urn offers a beautiful balance between tradition and sustainability. Designed to h...
28/11/2025

Crafted from natural cornstarch, this urn offers a beautiful balance between tradition and sustainability. Designed to harden like plastic yet fully decompose when buried, it’s a sustainable option for families wanting a greener goodbye.

💚 Suitable for scattering or burial thanks to its easy screw lid
🌱 Fully biodegradable
♻️ A gentle choice for the planet

Explore more here: https://www.foreverurns.co.uk/site/portfolio/white/

We were delighted to attend the National Association of Funeral Directors Meeting on Wednesday 26th November in Bournemo...
27/11/2025

We were delighted to attend the National Association of Funeral Directors Meeting on Wednesday 26th November in Bournemouth. A great evening hosted by:

✨ Darryl Smith – NAFD National President
✨ Nigel Hedges – BCTC President
✨ Leanne Adimi – NAFD President

A wonderful opportunity to connect, share industry discussions, and reflect on key developments within funeral service. Thank you to all involved for a warm and valuable event.

Every life tells a story, and we believe the way you remember it should too 💙The Urns With Purpose Article brings togeth...
26/11/2025

Every life tells a story, and we believe the way you remember it should too 💙

The Urns With Purpose Article brings together thoughtful design, beautiful finishes and meaningful ways to say goodbye.

Read more and explore the full collection:
https://www.jcatkinson.co.uk/urns-with-purpose/

Since we started recycling cardboard at JC Atkinson, we’ve saved a whopping 78.8 tonnes from going to waste.But what doe...
25/11/2025

Since we started recycling cardboard at JC Atkinson, we’ve saved a whopping 78.8 tonnes from going to waste.
But what does 78.8 tonnes actually look like? 🤔

Well…
👉 It’s almost 3 TIMES the weight of all the copper used on the Statue of Liberty! 🗽
(Yes — the famous green lady’s copper cladding weighs 28.1 tonnes!)

So the next time you see one of our cardboard skips being taken away, just remember:
We’re basically recycling Lady Liberty… three times over. 😅

Here’s to greener choices and lighter landfills. 💚🌍

Our Northern rep, Scott, made a special diary delivery today to one of our most northern customers — based just north of...
24/11/2025

Our Northern rep, Scott, made a special diary delivery today to one of our most northern customers — based just north of Inverness.

A brilliant opportunity to catch up, strengthen relationships, and make sure our support reaches every corner of the country.

Scott will be in Inverness until Wednesday if anyone wants to say hello! 👋

Funéraire Paris 2025 – Day 3We’re sad to see this incredible event come to an end, but what a final day it’s been at Sta...
21/11/2025

Funéraire Paris 2025 – Day 3

We’re sad to see this incredible event come to an end, but what a final day it’s been at Stand C29.

Nigel and Jamie have been busy welcoming visitors, showcasing our sustainably crafted Country Range Willow and Jute coffins, and speaking with professionals from across Europe about our commitment to quality, innovation and environmentally responsible funeral products.

Thank you to everyone who visited us over the last three days — your conversations, questions, and enthusiasm made this exhibition unforgettable.

If you haven’t stopped by yet, there’s still time! Come and see us at Stand C29 before the doors close.

The secret’s out — Nigel the Jute Man is back!Nigel returned to the exhibition yesterday in his famous jute suit, demons...
21/11/2025

The secret’s out — Nigel the Jute Man is back!

Nigel returned to the exhibition yesterday in his famous jute suit, demonstrating our innovative flat-packed Jute Coffin from the Country Range.

The Jute Coffin is lightweight, natural and easy to assemble, making it a great option for families seeking a gentle, sustainable choice.

Always a crowd favourite, Nigel brought plenty of smiles (and questions!) to the stand.

Spotted: a certain someone in natural fibres making their way through the crowds again…Clue: you might recognise the sle...
20/11/2025

Spotted: a certain someone in natural fibres making their way through the crowds again…
Clue: you might recognise the sleeve. 😉

All will be revealed tomorrow...

Funéraire Paris 2025 – Day 2 🇫🇷A fantastic second day connecting with partners, funeral directors, and colleagues from a...
20/11/2025

Funéraire Paris 2025 – Day 2 🇫🇷

A fantastic second day connecting with partners, funeral directors, and colleagues from across Europe. Our stand has been busy with conversations around sustainability, craftsmanship, and the future of funeral products.

Thank you to everyone who has visited us so far - we’re excited for what Day 3 will bring!

Funéraire Paris 2025 — Day 1! We’re excited to be here at Stand C29 showcasing our latest innovations. If you're visitin...
19/11/2025

Funéraire Paris 2025 — Day 1!

We’re excited to be here at Stand C29 showcasing our latest innovations. If you're visiting the exhibition, come and say hello — we’d love to show you what we’ve been working on.

We’ve landed in Paris for Funéraire Paris 2025! 🇫🇷✨After travelling all the way from the North East of England, we’re se...
18/11/2025

We’ve landed in Paris for Funéraire Paris 2025! 🇫🇷✨

After travelling all the way from the North East of England, we’re setting up at Stand C29 today and getting ready for three great days with fellow funeral professionals.

If you’re here, come see us — we’d love a chat, a catch-up, or even just to compare how much coffee we’ve already had this morning! ☕😅

Did you know?Every JC Atkinson coffin begins with responsibly sourced, FSC-certified timber. By choosing sustainably man...
17/11/2025

Did you know?

Every JC Atkinson coffin begins with responsibly sourced, FSC-certified timber. By choosing sustainably managed forests, we’re protecting the environment from the very first step of our manufacturing process. 🌲💚

Crafted with care — made with conscience.

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Sedling Road
Washington
NE389BZ

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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We aim to provide the highest standard of ethically hand-crafted products, while maintaining exceptional levels of quality & customer care. We are an award winning, eco-friendly company, who are Fairtrade, FFMA, Forest Stewardship Council Certified and Carbon Trust Standard bearers, offering choice with the highest and unrivalled environmental standards in our sector.

May we take this opportunity to thank you for taking a look at our profile today. We hope everything we have to publish gives you a wider insight to the range of coffins and caskets available when contacting your local funeral director.