Port Talbot Funeral Service

Port Talbot Funeral Service Independent Funeral Services | Private Chapel of Rest | 24 Hour Personal Service It closed its doors in 2008 as a Church and was left to deteriorate.

Holy Cross Church, otherwise known as the Chapel of Ease was built in 1827 with the permission of Margams 'Talbot' family. Plans were sought to change the Church into a house, which included relocating several headstones and surfacing over those graves to provide a parking area. However, Mr Malcolm Evans, a lifelong member of the Church and local funeral director purchased this beautiful building

and restored it to its former glory including the magnificent stained glass window. The surrounding grounds are also maintained meaning the final resting place for your loved ones is both a beautiful and peaceful place to visit.

🐐 Weekly Goat Update 🐐For those wondering whether the goats are actually doing any work… here’s your answer! 😂Caught in ...
12/06/2026

🐐 Weekly Goat Update 🐐

For those wondering whether the goats are actually doing any work… here’s your answer! 😂

Caught in the thick of it, our famous four have been hard at work tackling the long grass, bushes, brambles, and all the other overgrowth that comes with looking after such a large area.

Whilst they may enjoy the odd apple, carrot, and photoshoot with visitors, make no mistake, these guys are earning their keep! 🌿

One of the reasons goats are so effective is that they actually prefer browsing on shrubs, brambles, and woody vegetation rather than simply grazing on grass. In other words, they love exactly the sort of things we’d rather not have taking over the grounds.

It’s fantastic to see them doing what they do best, helping us care for the land in a natural way whilst bringing a smile to so many visitors at the same time.

Keep up the good work, team… although looking at the amount of overgrowth left, we might need to recruit a few more goats yet! 🐐🐐🐐🐐

Funeral NoticeIt is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Georgina Barnett.Georgina’s family have asked us ...
12/06/2026

Funeral Notice

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Georgina Barnett.

Georgina’s family have asked us to share the accompanying funeral notice with family and friends.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who knew and loved Georgina during this difficult time.

All enquiries to Port Talbot Funeral Service, Holy Cross Chapel of Rest.

🐐 Weekly Goat Update 🐐Just when we thought we’d seen it all…We found our famous four carrying out what can only be descr...
05/06/2026

🐐 Weekly Goat Update 🐐

Just when we thought we’d seen it all…

We found our famous four carrying out what can only be described as their daily inspection of Port Talbot! 👀😂

For those who have spotted them standing on the wall recently, don’t worry, this is completely normal goat behaviour. They absolutely love finding the highest vantage point possible and keeping an eye on everything that’s going on around them. Nosey? Maybe. Entertaining? Definitely.

While they may look like they’re posing for the cameras, they are continuing to make great progress through the overgrowth around the grounds. Mind you, looking at this photo, we’re starting to think we might need another army of goats if we’re going to get through it all! 🐐🐐🐐🐐

A big thank you to everyone who continues to follow their adventures, stop by to say hello, and support our efforts to care for the grounds.

Now the important question…

What do you think they’re thinking in this photo? 🤔👇

🐐 Goat Update 🐐After much speculation, we can confirm that our goats (does) are not pregnant. We’ve had the vets out to ...
22/05/2026

🐐 Goat Update 🐐

After much speculation, we can confirm that our goats (does) are not pregnant. We’ve had the vets out to check them over and confirm for us.

Whilst it would have been amazing to suddenly have a few little kids roaming around the grounds causing even more mischief, it seems our famous four will be staying as they are for now! 😂

The goats are all doing really well, happy and healthy, and continuing to do a fantastic job helping us manage the overgrowth around the grounds.

Thank you again for all the interest, support, and questions about them, it’s safe to say they’ve well and truly become part of the community now. 🐐

For those who may be interested, we currently have one of our Daimler vehicles positioned on the drive of the church for...
18/05/2026

For those who may be interested, we currently have one of our Daimler vehicles positioned on the drive of the church for people to come and view 🚘

This is one of several classic vehicles we are currently working on and carefully restoring, including the former Queen Mother’s car, with the aim of bringing them back to their former glory.

These vehicles hold a great deal of history and character, and we know many people enjoy seeing them up close as they pass by the church.

Feel free to stop by and take a look if you’re in the area 💜

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and supported our first Community Volunteer Day at the church today 💜We are in...
17/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who attended and supported our first Community Volunteer Day at the church today 💜

We are incredibly grateful to Eleanor,both Karens, Alison and Poppy, along with members of the Taibach Community Support Group, for giving up their time to help us continue caring for the church and surrounding grounds.

Throughout the day, volunteers helped tidy the front areas of the church, while others worked hard inside polishing the pews and helping bring a new shine to the building. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a real difference and is hugely appreciated.

It was also lovely to see so many local families stopping by throughout the day to visit the goats, who as always proved very popular! 🐐

Days like today show the real strength of community spirit, and we’re so thankful for the support we continue to receive.

We hope to see you all again soon 💜

♻️ FREE TO A GOOD HOME ♻️We currently have a filing cabinet sat outside the church available free of charge. If anyone c...
17/05/2026

♻️ FREE TO A GOOD HOME ♻️

We currently have a filing cabinet sat outside the church available free of charge. If anyone can make use of it, please feel free to collect it.

Alternatively, if you know any local scrap collectors who may want to pick it up, please let them know.

First come, first served

🐐 Weekly Goat Update 🐐If you spot our goats standing up on the wall, don’t be alarmed… they absolutely love it up there!...
15/05/2026

🐐 Weekly Goat Update 🐐

If you spot our goats standing up on the wall, don’t be alarmed… they absolutely love it up there! Safe to say they’re a very nosey bunch and like keeping an eye on everything that’s going on around the grounds. 👀

Despite the climbing and posing for photos, they’re actually doing a fantastic job helping clear the overgrowth around Holy Cross. There’s certainly plenty to keep them busy… although at this rate we might need another army of goats to come and give them a helping hand! 😂

We’re also hoping to make some really good progress during our volunteer day on Sunday as we continue our commitment to caring for and maintaining the grounds respectfully for the community.

Thank you again to everyone who continues to support, visit, and follow the adventures of our now famous four. 🐐

Just a reminder that our Community Day takes place this Sunday from 11am – 3pm at the Former Holy Cross Church 💜Over rec...
13/05/2026

Just a reminder that our Community Day takes place this Sunday from 11am – 3pm at the Former Holy Cross Church 💜

Over recent months, we’ve been working hard to care for and improve both the church and surrounding grounds, and we’d love for the community to be part of that journey.

There will be a range of small jobs both inside and outside, including:
🌿 Gardening and tidying graves
🪵 Polishing wooden pews
🧹 General clearing and upkeep

Teas and coffees will be provided, and whether you can spare an hour or the whole afternoon, all help and support is greatly appreciated.

Local businesses are also warmly invited to get involved and support the day.

Most importantly, it’s an opportunity to come together as a community and help preserve a place that means so much to so many people.

If you’d like to attend, please drop us a message to let us know 💜

🐐 Weekly Goat Update 🐐We’ve loved seeing so many people stopping by to visit the goats over the past weeks, and it’s bee...
08/05/2026

🐐 Weekly Goat Update 🐐

We’ve loved seeing so many people stopping by to visit the goats over the past weeks, and it’s been lovely to see them enjoying the occasional treat from visitors too.

If you’d like to come and feed them, you’re more than welcome. Their favourites seem to be apples and carrots 🍎🥕

If you do hand feed them, just remember no sudden movements as they can get a little excited when food appears! If you’re not too sure about getting up close, simply leaving the treats on the ground and in sight works just as well.

Please also remember to close the gate safely behind you when entering or leaving the grounds so we can keep our four little celebrities safe and secure. 🐐

Feel free to pop in, see the goats, and have a chat with our staff members if we’re around.

While the goats have become a much loved part of the community, they’re also helping us as part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining the grounds naturally and respectfully… although we think they quite enjoy the treats every now and again too! 😊

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Holy Cross Church, Tanygroes Place
Port Talbot
SA132UY

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+441639508555

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