Wigston Cemetery Funeral Arrangements

Local funeral support for families using Wigston Cemetery

Wigston Cemetery is a local cemetery serving families in Wigston, South Wigston, Oadby and the surrounding South Leicester area. It is located on Welford Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 3TE.

At Bay Tree Funeral Directors in nearby Blaby, we support families arranging burials, graveside services and cremated remains interments at Wigston Cemetery and across Leicestershire.

Whether you are arranging a new burial, using an existing family grave, or planning an interment of ashes, 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 Wigston Cemetery

Wigston Cemetery is located on Welford Road and serves families from Wigston, South Wigston, Oadby, South Leicester and nearby villages.

The cemetery is used for burial services and remembrance, subject to cemetery rules, grave ownership, availability and the relevant authority’s requirements.

Wigston Cemetery
Welford Road
Wigston
Leicestershire
LE18 3TE

For cemetery rules, grave availability, memorial applications and interment requirements, families should contact the relevant cemetery authority directly. Bay Tree Funeral Directors can also help explain the usual funeral arrangements and guide you through the process.

A Cemetery with Local History

Wigston Cemetery has a meaningful place in the local community and is recorded by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission as the resting place of identified casualties from the First and Second World Wars.

For many families, a local cemetery such as Wigston Cemetery offers a familiar and peaceful place to return to, reflect and remember a loved one over time.

Arranging a Burial at Wigston Cemetery

If you are arranging a burial at Wigston 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, beliefs and personality.

• Burial arrangements at Wigston Cemetery
• Use of an existing family grave where permitted
• Graveside funeral services
• Minister, celebrant or faith leader arrangements
• Church service followed by burial at Wigston Cemetery
• Floral tributes and newspaper notices
• Coffin and casket options
• Funeral vehicles and procession arrangements
• Clear guidance with paperwork and next steps

Interment of Ashes at Wigston Cemetery

Some families choose to inter ashes in an existing family grave or 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.

Churches and Funeral Services in Wigston

Many families choose to hold a funeral service in a local church or place of worship before travelling to Wigston Cemetery for the burial or committal.

Wigston has long-standing local church connections, including All Saints’ Church and St Wistan’s Church, with the town historically known for its “Two Spires”. Depending on your family’s wishes, a funeral may also be led by a minister, celebrant or faith leader before a graveside committal.

Bay Tree Funeral Directors can help coordinate church services, graveside services, ministers, celebrants and personal service choices where required.

Memorials and Cemetery Rules

Cemetery rules usually cover grave ownership, memorial applications, inscriptions, flowers, permitted items and future interments.

If you are considering a new memorial, additional inscription or changes to an existing memorial, the cemetery authority’s rules and permissions should be checked first.

We can help guide you towards the right next steps and explain what information may be needed when arranging a burial, ashes interment or memorial application.

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, church arrangements and family wishes to consider.

We will listen carefully, explain your options clearly and help you make arrangements at a pace that feels right for your family.

Visit Our Funeral Home in Blaby

Bay Tree Funeral Directors is based in Blaby, close to Wigston, South Wigston, Oadby, Whetstone and South Leicester. 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, church service arrangements, graveside services, funeral costs and any personal details you would like to include.

Why Families Choose Bay Tree Funeral Directors

• Local funeral directors near Wigston — based in nearby Blaby, Leicester.
• Burial and ashes interment support — help with cemetery arrangements and family wishes.
• Church and graveside service arrangements — support with local churches, ministers and celebrants.
• Available 24 hours a day — support when families need urgent guidance.
• Personal guidance from Samantha Ward — care, dignity and understanding throughout.
• Clear funeral costs — honest guidance with no hidden fees.
• Religious, non-religious and personalised services — we listen carefully to your family’s wishes.

Helpful Funeral Links

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

• Funeral Costs and Price List
• Registering a Death
• Contact Bay Tree Funeral Directors
• Funeral Directors in Wigston

Wigston Cemetery FAQs

Where is Wigston Cemetery?

Wigston Cemetery is located on Welford Road, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 3TE.

Can Bay Tree Funeral Directors arrange a burial at Wigston Cemetery?

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

Can ashes be interred at Wigston Cemetery?

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

Can we have a church service before burial at Wigston Cemetery?

Yes. Many families choose a church service before the graveside committal. We can help coordinate a minister, celebrant, church service or graveside service depending on your wishes.

Does Wigston Cemetery have war graves?

Yes. The Commonwealth War Graves Commission records identified casualties from the First and Second World Wars at Wigston Cemetery.

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

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