Cannock Crematorium is proud to announce that it has been awarded “Crematorium of the Year – Staffordshire” in the 2025 Central England Prestige Awards, recognising outstanding levels of care, community spirit and service excellence.

Following a thorough judging process, the awards panel highlighted Cannock Crematorium’s personal touch, strong online presence, and commitment to serving families with compassion and dignity. According to the awards body, “The judges were impressed with your team’s personal touch, online activity and community feel – it’s extra special to know the hard work is paying off and something really positive to build on.”

The Central England Prestige Awards celebrate exceptional businesses across the region who demonstrate innovation, high customer satisfaction and consistent professional delivery. All shortlisted companies are evaluated by an independent panel of industry experts. Assessments are based on:

• Supporting documentation submitted during nomination

• Online reputation, including reviews and testimonials

• Website, service information and social media activity

• Evidence of community engagement and service quality

With an audience of more than 100,000 and publications available both digitally and in print, the awards offer valuable recognition across the Central England region.

A Meaningful Milestone for the Team

The Cannock Crematorium team described the award as an emotional and meaningful achievement:

“We are deeply honoured to receive this award. Our team works tirelessly to support families at one of the most important and sensitive moments in their lives, and this recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to care, compassion and service excellence. Being acknowledged by an independent judging panel means a great deal to us.”

Cannock Crematorium has continued to build strong connections with the local community, offering high-quality facilities, empathetic guidance and a respectful environment for families saying farewell to loved ones.

Recognition That Reflects Core Values

The award further reinforces Cannock Crematorium’s mission to combine professional standards with a genuine, caring and personal approach. From thoughtful memorial services to ongoing bereavement support, the crematorium is committed to making each family feel supported, informed and cared for.

Winners of the Central England Prestige Awards will feature in the 2025 regional awards publication, alongside interviews, editorial features, photographs and profiles that celebrate the outstanding businesses chosen this year. All winners also receive official award branding and recognition material to share with their clients and wider community.

About the Central England Prestige Awards

The Central England Prestige Awards recognise the best small and medium-sized businesses across the region who consistently deliver exceptional products, customer service, community presence, professionalism and value. Each category is judged independently and uses both submitted evidence and publicly available information to ensure transparency and credibility.

Looking Ahead

Cannock Crematorium says the award is both a celebration and a commitment to continue serving local families with care, dignity and compassion.

“We are incredibly grateful to our families, partners, suppliers and the local community. This recognition inspires us further and gives us even more purpose as we continue to support the people we serve.”