Wantage Park
Wantage Park is set to become a vital part of the West Northamptonshire community, offering a state-of-the-art crematorium, ceremonial spaces, and a welcoming café for visitors. With this facility, we aim to meet the growing needs of our population while providing a peaceful and respectful environment for bereavement services.
As our population continues to grow, so does the demand for cremation services. Existing crematoria in the area are currently operating beyond capacity, leading to longer waiting times and reduced service availability.
Wantage Park will relieve this pressure, allowing for longer, more meaningful ceremonies and reducing wait times for bereaved families during difficult times.
Map
The site location for Wantage Park will be:
Wantage Farm
Round Spinney
Northampton
NN3 7TR
Site location
The proposed boundaries for Wantage Park can be viewed below:
Sustainable design
Wantage Park will include an energy-efficient electric cremator, heat recovery systems, solar panels, and green roofs. These features contribute to significantly lower CO2 emissions, and align with our Net Zero targets for 2030.
The development’s landscaping will also support local biodiversity, enhancing the natural beauty of the area and providing a peaceful setting for visitors.
A community asset
Wantage Park will also offer the community additional benefits. The surrounding land will be transformed into recreational spaces with walking paths and green areas, promoting outdoor activities and well-being. Careful planning ensures that the facility will have minimal visual, traffic, and noise impacts on the surrounding area.
Infrastructure improvements, such as a new independent access road and enhanced public footpaths, will further support the local community.
The design includes accessible parking, adaptable lighting for neurodiverse individuals, and functional spaces that can be used by all faiths and no faith individuals and community groups.
The Mayflower Wake Facility, part of the development, will provide a welcoming space for post-ceremony gatherings, including wakes, receptions, and other events.
Get involved
The development of Wantage Park is a significant step forward for West Northamptonshire, and we want to ensure it meets the needs and expectations of our community.
The pre-planning consultation will begin on Wednesday 25 September, with an in-person session at Moulton Community Library from 5pm to 8pm.
We encourage residents to attend, view the project plans, ask questions, and provide feedback. The plans will be available to be viewed at Moulton Community Library from Wednesday 25 September until Wednesday 2 October.
There will also be an option to participate in an online consultation, which you can access here when the consultation is live.
The feedback gathered during these consultations will be key in shaping the final plans, ensuring that Wantage Park becomes a facility that not only meets practical needs but also enriches our community.
Further information
We have put together a table of Frequently Asked Questions, which you can download:
Last updated 02 September 2024