Saffron Hill Cemetery Funeral Arrangements

Local funeral support for families using Saffron Hill Cemetery in Leicester

Saffron Hill Cemetery is one of Leicester’s largest cemeteries, serving families across South Leicester and the wider city. It is located on Stonesby Avenue, Leicester, LE2 6TY.

At Bay Tree Funeral Directors, we support families arranging burials, Muslim funerals, graveside services and cremated remains interments at Saffron Hill Cemetery and across Leicester.

Whether you are arranging a traditional burial, lawn grave, Muslim burial, children’s burial, ashes interment or a personalised graveside service, Samantha Ward and the Bay Tree family team can guide you through the arrangements with care, dignity and clear advice.

For funeral guidance or to book an appointment, please call Bay Tree Funeral Directors on 0116 278 8868. We are available 24 hours a day.

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About Saffron Hill Cemetery

Saffron Hill Cemetery is located on Stonesby Avenue, close to the A563 southern ring road. It is managed by Leicester City Council and serves families across Leicester and Leicestershire.

The cemetery includes general burial areas for traditional and lawn graves, cremation plots, a children’s section and a Muslim burial area with a prayer house.

Saffron Hill Cemetery
Stonesby Avenue
Leicester
LE2 6TY

Leicester City Council cemetery enquiries: 0116 454 1016
Email: cemeteries@leicester.gov.uk

For cemetery rules, grave availability, fees and interment requirements, families should contact Leicester City Council directly. Bay Tree Funeral Directors can also help explain the usual funeral arrangements and guide you through the process.

A Cemetery with Local History

Saffron Hill Cemetery has an important place in Leicester’s history. The cemetery was developed in the early 20th century as Leicester expanded southwards, with its formal layout, avenues, chapel, entrance lodges and landscaped grounds designed as part of a planned cemetery scheme.

The cemetery’s chapel, with its distinctive architecture and campanile, was constructed in 1929 and remains an important feature of the site. The grounds include formal avenues, mature trees, lawns, burial plots and areas for reflection.

For many families in South Leicester, Saffron Hill Cemetery is a familiar and meaningful place of remembrance.

Arranging a Burial at Saffron Hill Cemetery

If you are arranging a burial at Saffron Hill Cemetery, Bay Tree Funeral Directors can support your family from start to finish.

We can help coordinate the practical details, discuss your family’s wishes, liaise with the cemetery where appropriate, and arrange a dignified funeral service that reflects your loved one’s life, faith, culture and personal wishes.

• Burial arrangements at Saffron Hill Cemetery
• Traditional and lawn grave funeral arrangements
• Use of an existing family grave where permitted
• Graveside funeral services
• Minister, celebrant or faith leader arrangements
• Floral tributes and newspaper notices
• Coffin and casket options
• Funeral vehicles and procession arrangements
• Clear guidance with paperwork and next steps

Muslim Funerals at Saffron Hill Cemetery

Saffron Hill Cemetery includes a Muslim cemetery area and prayer house, sometimes referred to as the Jannazah. This has made the cemetery an important place for Muslim burial arrangements in Leicester.

At Bay Tree Funeral Directors, we support families from all faiths and backgrounds. We understand how important it is to respect religious customs, family wishes and burial requirements.

We can help coordinate Muslim funeral arrangements with care and sensitivity, while working alongside family members, faith leaders and the cemetery where required.

• Muslim burial arrangements at Saffron Hill Cemetery
• Support with family and faith requirements
• Coordination with the cemetery and relevant parties
• Respectful guidance around timing and paperwork
• Clear communication with the family throughout

Interment of Ashes at Saffron Hill Cemetery

Some families choose to inter ashes in an existing family grave or a cremated remains plot, where permitted by cemetery rules.

An ashes interment can be simple and private, or it can include prayers, readings, flowers, music or a short graveside service.

Bay Tree Funeral Directors can help you discuss the type of service you would like and support your family with the arrangements.

Children’s Burial Area

Saffron Hill Cemetery includes a children’s burial area. Arranging a funeral for a child or young person is one of the most difficult things any family can face.

If your family needs support with a child’s funeral or burial, we will guide you with the utmost care, compassion and sensitivity. We will take time to listen and help you make choices at a pace that feels right for your family.

Personal Support from Samantha Ward

At Bay Tree Funeral Directors, you will receive personal guidance from Samantha Ward and our family team. We understand that arranging a burial or ashes interment can feel overwhelming, especially when there are cemetery rules, paperwork, faith requirements and family wishes to consider.

We will listen carefully, explain your options clearly and help you make arrangements with care, dignity and understanding.

Visit Our Funeral Home in Blaby

Bay Tree Funeral Directors is based in Blaby, supporting families across Leicester, South Leicester and Leicestershire. Many families find it helpful to visit us in person to discuss funeral arrangements privately and calmly.

We can talk through burial options, ashes interment, Muslim funeral arrangements, service choices, funeral costs, family wishes and any personal details you would like to include.

Why Families Choose Bay Tree Funeral Directors

• Independent funeral directors in Leicester — personal, family-led support.
• Funeral arrangements at Saffron Hill Cemetery — help with burials, Muslim funerals and ashes interments.
• Available 24 hours a day — support when families need urgent guidance.
• Personal guidance from Samantha Ward — care, dignity and understanding throughout.
• Support for all faiths and cultures — religious, non-religious and personalised services.
• Clear funeral costs — honest guidance with no hidden fees.

Helpful Funeral Links

If you are arranging a burial or ashes interment at Saffron Hill Cemetery, you may also find these pages helpful:

• Funeral Costs and Price List
• Asian Funeral Services Leicester
• Registering a Death
• Contact Bay Tree Funeral Directors

Saffron Hill Cemetery FAQs

Where is Saffron Hill Cemetery?

Saffron Hill Cemetery is located on Stonesby Avenue, Leicester, LE2 6TY.

Can Bay Tree Funeral Directors arrange a burial at Saffron Hill Cemetery?

Yes. Bay Tree Funeral Directors can help families arrange burial services, graveside services and ashes interments at Saffron Hill Cemetery, subject to cemetery rules and permissions.

Who manages Saffron Hill Cemetery?

Saffron Hill Cemetery is managed by Leicester City Council. The council manages cemetery rules, fees, grave availability and interment requirements.

Does Saffron Hill Cemetery have a Muslim burial area?

Yes. Saffron Hill Cemetery has a Muslim cemetery area and prayer house, making it an important location for Muslim burials in Leicester.

Can ashes be interred at Saffron Hill Cemetery?

Yes, cremated remains interments may be possible, subject to Leicester City Council cemetery rules, plot availability and permissions.

Does Saffron Hill Cemetery have a children’s section?

Yes. Saffron Hill Cemetery includes a children’s section.

Can we book an appointment to discuss a funeral at Saffron Hill Cemetery?

Yes. Please call Bay Tree Funeral Directors on 0116 278 8868 to book an appointment at our funeral home in Blaby, Leicester.