The large town of Gateshead lies on the southern bank of the river Tyne and is home to roughly 200,000 people. Evidence of the multicultural nature of Gateshead society can be found in the many churches of every denomination, the Gateshead Yeshiva and numerous other Jewish educational institutions and the two mosques in the Bensham area that serve the Muslim community. There is also a significant amount of the population that are non-religious.

Of the approximately 11 funerals directors in Gateshead, most will be equipped to handle funeral arrangements and customs traditionally practised by the various religions. St Georges Church in Durham Road and St Patricks R C Church in High Street are just two popular Christian funeral venues.

Funeral directors in Gateshead will be able to advise on cemeteries and crematoriums that will accommodate a variety of needs. Although places like East Cemetery no longer has burial plots available, many deed holders are choosing to inter cremated remains of loved ones in family graves situated here. The Heworth Burn Cemetery, however, does still offer burial sites for purchase.

Special requirements such as a natural burial or eco-friendly funeral transport can be provided by most funeral directors in Gateshead and they will provide all of the information necessary to fulfil a loved one’s wishes.

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