Monument record 1839/1 - The Counties Crematorium
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Summary
The Counties Crematorium, also known as Milton Crematorium was built in 1939 for The Counties Crematorium Ltd, it was designed by J P Chaplin and built W S Lusher who often worked with Chaplin on church commisions. The building consists of a central chapel with a domed roof, with extending wings which terminate in pavillions. The cremation chamber was placed behind the chapel and there are columbaria for the reception of ashes.
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Full Description
{2} The Counties Crematorium, also known as Milton Crematorium was built in 1939 for The Counties Crematorium Ltd, it was designed by J P Chaplin and built W S Lusher who often worked with Chaplin on church commisions. The building consists of a central chapel with a domed roof, with extending wings which terminate in pavillions. The cremation chamber was placed behind the chapel and there are columbaria for the reception of ashes.
<1> Bailey, B, Pevsner, N, and Cherry, B, 2013, The Buildings of England: Northamptonshire, p. 417 (Book). SNN111989.
<2> Grainger, H J, 2005, Death Redesigned, p. 460-1 (Book). SNN113110.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 7347 5691 (44m by 45m) |
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| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- NRHE HOB UID: 1528469
Record last edited
Jan 27 2023 3:34PM
