about apcc

The association of private crematoria and cemeteries

Our Purpose

We strive to:

• Raise awareness of the extensive facilities offered by privately owned crematoria and cemeteries;
  
  
• Work with central government in the development of new and revised legislation;
  
  
• Ensure that current legislation and guidelines are consistently applied throughout the UK;
  
  
• Objectively assess new technology, equipment and methods of operation;
  
  
• Give appropriate guidance and advice in relation to the legal, ethical and practical issues that arise in the operation and management of crematoria and cemeteries;

• Provide regular bulletins on the emergence of new technology, proposed legal changes and perceived market trends that will affect the operation of private crematoria and cemeteries

featured member

Aberystwyth Crematorium
enjoys arguably one of the most beautiful settings of any crematorium within the UK.  Set in the Cynfelyn Valley, overlooking fields, woods and the distant sea.. It probably has one of the largest catchment areas of any crematorium, serving the residents of Aberystwyth and also the widely spread rural communities of Mid Wales.

The building has been especially designed to blend into this landscape and has the look of a small country house.  The chapel seats 86 and is characterised by a large bay window overlooking the valley below.

A public address system is available together with a traditional organ and the chapel can be altered to meet the needs of all faiths
A woodland cemetery is located within the grounds alongside a vibrantly colourful memorial garden.

The Crematorium was opened in 1994 by a private operator and is now operated by the Westerleigh Group in association with the Local Authority.