You can hold a funeral ceremony with the coffin present anywhere that will agree to have it. No licence is needed. Here are some suggestions if you want to think beyond a crematorium or religious place of worship.
You need to consider: privacy, good access to carry the coffin, seating, parking, toilets, access for elderly or disabled, and availability of refreshments on the site or nearby.
- Community hall
- Town hall
- Hotel garden
- Church hall
- Club room
- Private chapel
- Studio
- Caterer’s rooms
- Sports and leisure centre
- Golf club
- Theatre
- Boat
- Your own home
- Your own garden (with or without large tent or marquee)
- A friend’s home or garden
- Double garage or similar turned into a ceremonial space