- January 2021 - COVID UPDATE
- I follow and adhere to all latest government guidance.
- If it your preference, I am still doing all that is possible to have meetings within your family homes / chosen meeting places.
- All I ask is that we use a well ventilated room and follow sensible social distancing.
- I will provide you with my lateral flow test on arrival. . I will wear a mask if that is your preference. Please do not be offended if I refuse kind offers of food or drink at these times!
- Phone calls / video meetings are also an option if you would prefer.
https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus
January 2022 -England has returned to Plan A. You should continue to protect yourself and others.
- Get vaccinated and get your booster dose
- Consider wearing a face covering in crowded, enclosed spaces
- Let fresh air in if you meet indoors. Meeting outdoors is safer
- Get tested and self-isolate if required
January 2022 - Stranton Grange Crematorium (Hartlepool) are still adhering to a maximum of 50 people to gather within the main chapel.
There is a second / overflow chapel available with a large screen and audio allowing you to still be part of the live service.
There is a second / overflow chapel available with a large screen and audio allowing you to still be part of the live service.
27 January 2022 , this guidance applies to ENGLAND
"You no longer need to wear a face covering, but consider wearing one in crowded, enclosed spaces where you may come into contact with people you do not normally meet."
"You no longer need to wear a face covering, but consider wearing one in crowded, enclosed spaces where you may come into contact with people you do not normally meet."
February 2022 Although of no surprise to any of us, it is worthy of our thanks that the work going on behind the scenes, by chapel staff, to ensure as much care and preparation is carried out between services in both Hartlepool and Stockton is quite incredible. These great people are quietly ensuring that your services can go ahead and be attended by as many people as possible in these most difficult of times. Thank you all!
February 14th 2022 Stranton Grange Chapel, Hartlepool have lifted their restrictions on numbers which has been a wonderful thing to many families. All they ask is that we continue to be considerate and mindful of the wellbeing of others around you. Masks can still be worn if you so choose.
Teesside Crematorium
Coronavirus restrictions have ended, but the government is urging everyone to stay cautious. We're recommending the following maximum number of attendees at services:
We reserve the right to change these recommendations, or put in place restrictions or limitations, based on local public health guidance.
Coronavirus restrictions have ended, but the government is urging everyone to stay cautious. We're recommending the following maximum number of attendees at services:
- St Bede's Chapel - 60 attendees
- St Hilda's Chapel - 30 attendees
- wearing face coverings inside the chapels
- social distancing inside the chapels
- using the hand sanitiser provided
- no singing by mourners
We reserve the right to change these recommendations, or put in place restrictions or limitations, based on local public health guidance.
March 2022 - This latest Government guidance and response
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-for-managing-a-funeral-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic/covid-19-guidance-for-managing-a-funeral-during-the-coronaviru
"Funerals and commemorative events are very meaningful and important events to attend. If you have COVID-19 and you need to leave your home to attend a funeral or commemorative event while you are still infectious, you can take steps to reduce the chance of passing on the infection to others:"
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-for-managing-a-funeral-during-the-coronavirus-pandemic/covid-19-guidance-for-managing-a-funeral-during-the-coronaviru
"Funerals and commemorative events are very meaningful and important events to attend. If you have COVID-19 and you need to leave your home to attend a funeral or commemorative event while you are still infectious, you can take steps to reduce the chance of passing on the infection to others:"
- Wear a well-fitting face covering made with multiple layers or a surgical face mask.
- Avoid close contact with anyone you know who is at higher risk of becoming severely unwell if they are infected with COVID-19.
- Avoid crowds during the funeral or commemorative event, or anywhere that is poorly ventilated or enclosed.
- Limit close contact with other people outside your household as much as possible. Try and keep outside and stay at least 2 metres apart from them.
- Be especially careful with your hand and respiratory hygiene.
*** This guidance was withdrawn on 5 April 2022 ***
For information on reducing the spread of COVID-19, use Living safely with respiratory infections, including COVID-19.
For information on reducing the spread of COVID-19, use Living safely with respiratory infections, including COVID-19.
I will have been in contact with you if this SEVERE WEATHER WARNING FOR 18th - 20th July 2022 may affect our service
As we approach unprecedented extremes of high temperatures, we need to make as many plans and adaptions to safeguarding ourselves as possible. Crematoriums are doing all possible to keep their premises as cool, regulated and safe as possible. Experience is also telling us that ensuring that you bring water, dress suitably and consider a brolly to shade yourself. I am providing bottles of water at all of my services. Please make fullest use of all shaded areas on site. As a last resort and necessity, some services may need to be adapted and shortened. This will always be done in full communication and agreement with families. I will have been in contact with you if your service will be affected in any way. If you have any worries or questions please get in touch with me.
As we approach unprecedented extremes of high temperatures, we need to make as many plans and adaptions to safeguarding ourselves as possible. Crematoriums are doing all possible to keep their premises as cool, regulated and safe as possible. Experience is also telling us that ensuring that you bring water, dress suitably and consider a brolly to shade yourself. I am providing bottles of water at all of my services. Please make fullest use of all shaded areas on site. As a last resort and necessity, some services may need to be adapted and shortened. This will always be done in full communication and agreement with families. I will have been in contact with you if your service will be affected in any way. If you have any worries or questions please get in touch with me.