Wealden Crematorium will be hosting an open day event in July welcoming people from all over Sussex.

The crematorium opened in 2019 and is marking its fifth anniversary this year. This year’s open day will be held on the 31 July between 11am-3pm with friendly crematorium staff offering guided tours to show visitors the cremation process and answering questions the public might have.

Since its doors opened the crematorium has held more than 5,000 cremations, received the Highly Commended Award from the Sussex Heritage Trust for its grounds and has donated more than £70,000 to local charities through the ICCM Metals Recycling Scheme, which, with consent, allows bereaved families to donate metals after a cremation.

The state-of-the-art building has the largest ceremony hall in the local area which can seat more than 120 people and car parking spaces to fit 160 vehicles.

A council spokesperson said: “The open days are held to encourage residents from all over Sussex to visit, ask questions and enjoy the beautiful grounds. There are no questions we haven’t been asked before so don’t be shy in coming along and getting the answers you want or need to know.

“Wealden Crematorium is a crematorium for all, no matter what culture, background or geographical location, you do not have to live in Wealden to use our services. We are welcoming to everyone.”

Refreshments will be served throughout the day, for more information visit https://www.wealdencrematorium.co.uk/