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Proudly Canterbury owned since 1923 and the first funeral home to achieve a Consumer NZ Trusted accreditation. Full catering services are available on site.

The now iconic Westpark Chapel at 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside was opened in 1971 and extensively refurbished in 2009. The large chapel seats 220 comfortably, and can accommodate another 300 standing or viewing the service on the lounge screens. A glass wall at the eastern end looks out to a tranquil garden providing a calming environment to contemplate during the service. The chapel is lined in ri

mu timber and has midnight blue carpet, Lamb & Hayward's trademark colour. Watercolour paintings of local and South Island scenes by Christchurch artist Kelvin McMillan are a special feature of Westpark. The adjacent William Lounge, named after our three original founders, provides a perfect venue for refreshments after the funeral service. Following a recent upgrade of its state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, Westpark now has a large retractable screen to show the DVD tributes that feature at many services today. The car parking area has a capacity for over 100 cars. The trees and lawns, together with the lake, its fountain and visiting ducks, create a truly unique setting.

31/07/2025

🏌️‍♂️ The 2025 Woodward Cup squads are starting to roll out — kicking off with Harewood, Christchurch, and Pegasus.

We’re proud to support this event as the Interclub partner.
Looking forward to what's ahead!

20/07/2025

🤔 Can you personalise a funeral? 🤔

Absolutely—in fact, it’s encouraged. Personal touches like favourite music, meaningful readings, themed decorations, or even a unique location can help reflect the life and personality of the person being remembered. Funerals don’t have to follow a set script—there’s room to create something that feels right for you and your family.

Proudly Canterbury owned since 1923 and the first funeral home to achieve a Consumer NZ Trusted accreditation.

16/07/2025

🌿Exciting news for our Oaklands Venue 🌿

Oaklands has been awarded the Community Pride Garden Award.

We take great care in maintaining our grounds, creating a peaceful and respectful environment for the families we serve and for our neighbours. It’s incredibly meaningful to have that care recognised by our community.

24/06/2025

❓️Did You Know…❓️

The Trinity Quarter, located on the north side of our Under the Rata memorial garden at Burnside, is a peaceful space created for the remembrance of loved ones.

What makes it uniquely special though? It features stone carefully recovered from Christchurch’s historic Trinity Church after the earthquakes—preserving a piece of our city’s story alongside your loved ones.

If you’d like to know more about Under the Rata, feel free to contact us on 0800 992 200 or visit our website: lambandhayward.co.nz

19/06/2025

🌟 Matariki – A Time to Remember 🌟

As the stars of Matariki rise, we pause to honour those who have died and reflect on the memories they leave behind. This sacred time reminds us of the importance of remembrance, connection, and renewal.

16/06/2025

❄️ Winter has officially arrived! ❄️

But there’s no slowing down for our gardening team. They’re still out there tackling all the essential winter tasks to keep our locations looking lush, tidy, and well cared for! We’re so grateful for their hard work and dedication through every season!

13/06/2025

🎶 Don’t miss out!🎶

Tickets are still available for tomorrow nights CSO’s Lamb & Hayward Masterworks: Cowan, Bruch, Price — at the Christchurch Town Hall!

Featuring the premiere of Claire Cowan’s Cinderella suite,
Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 with Vesa-Matti Leppänen,
and Florence Price’s powerful Symphony No. 1.

Join us for an unforgettable evening this Saturday at Christchurch Town Hall for Lamb & Hayward Masterworks: Cowan, Bruch, Price.

We premiere an enchanting suite from Claire Cowan’s Cinderella, composed for the 2022 production of Cinderella by the Royal New Zealand ballet.

NZSO Concertmaster Vesa-Matti Leppänen will dazzle in Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1, beloved by violinists around the world. It’s jam-packed with emotion and lyrical melodies, coupled with the obligatory fireworks from both soloist and orchestra.

CSO will also showcase Florence Price’s groundbreaking first symphony that artfully weaves together classical forms and inspiration from folk music, spirituals and the blues.

Book tickets to Lamb & Hayward Masterworks: Cowan, Bruch, Price here: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/lamb-hayward-masterworks-cowan-bruch-price/christchurch

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With thanks to CSO Soloist Partner PKF Goldsmith Fox, Funder Stout Trust, Funder Pub Charity, and Library Supporter Gwyn Rogers (Bruch).

08/06/2025

🌿 Ōtukaikino – Living Memorial 🌿

Another fantastic job completed at Ōtukaikino this weekend!

A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible volunteers who lend their time and energy to help make Ōtukaikino Reserve a thriving, vibrant place. Your dedication truly makes a difference. 👏

If you haven’t visited recently, be sure to head out and see the amazing work for yourself!

02/06/2025

🌟 Family Feedback 🌟

Your kind words mean the world to us - it’s truly rewarding to know we’re making a difference.

22/05/2025

🌸 Pink Power at Wai-mana! 🌸

Last Saturday morning, our beautiful Wai-mana venue was glowing pink as our wonderful funeral director, Heather and her colleagues, hosted our annual Pink Ribbon Breakfast in support of breast cancer awareness 💖

Everyone dressed in pink, brought pink food to share, and came together for a brilliant cause. So far, we’ve raised $1,700 💖

10/05/2025

🩷 Honouring Mothers Today 🩷

To all the mums with us and those who have passed, today we honour and remember you.

Mother's Day can be a beautiful time to celebrate our mothers, grandmothers, and motherly figures, but it can also be a hard time for many who have lost their loved ones and are grieving. Remember that no matter what, they are always with you, and you can be grateful for the person they helped shape you to be.

So today take some time to feel, to reflect, and to remember.

01/05/2025

🎶Lamb & Hayward Masterworks 🎶

Experience the premiere of a special version of Claire Cowan's powerful, award-winning score for the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Cinderella. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy a captivating performance that has enchanted audiences and musicians alike.

Date: Saturday, 14 June
Location: Christchurch Town Hall

Don't miss out on this extraordinary event—tickets are still available!

Claire Cowan's powerful, award-winning score for the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s Cinderella captivated audiences and CSO players alike, so we’re thrilled to premiere a special version at Lamb & Hayward Masterworks: Cowan, Bruch, Price, Saturday 14 June, Christchurch Town Hall.

Violinist Vesa-Matti Leppänen brings Bruch’s iconic Violin Concerto No. 1 to life on his 1755 Guadagnini violin, delivering all the passion and fireworks you’ve been waiting for.

Florence Price's groundbreaking Symphony No. 1—a symphony full of lush melodies and rich influences from folk, spirituals, and the blues—showcasing a pioneering force in classical music.

Familiarise yourself with this epic repertoire before we perform it in June: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6B3BvuutPLC6Vxp1PGQQ6Q?si=Ms2ttplQSL2I4AxivAYXeA

Book your tickets here: https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2025/lamb-hayward-masterworks-cowan-bruch-price/christchurch

Address

467 Wairakei Road
Christchurch
8053

Website

https://www.lambandhayward.co.nz/

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