JC Atkinson

JC Atkinson The UK's unrivalled manufacturer of coffins and caskets. We have a long heritage of producing beautifully crafted coffins from high quality materials.

JC Atkinson is the largest independent manufacturer of coffins and caskets to the UK funeral market; from our purpose built facility we manufacture and distribute over 60,000 coffins a year. As well as producing more traditional style coffins we have embraced the contemporary with our Reflections Picture Coffin range and Natural Legacy Wool Coffins as well as bamboo, wicker, seagrass and other alternative coffin ranges.

Proud to be NAFD members šŸ‘We’re pleased  that JC Atkinson and Son Ltd continues as a supplier member of the National Ass...
10/09/2026

Proud to be NAFD members šŸ‘

We’re pleased that JC Atkinson and Son Ltd continues as a supplier member of the National Association of Funeral Directors for 2026/27.

For us, being part of the NAFD is about much more than having a certificate on the wall — although we’re certainly not complaining about that! šŸ˜‰

It’s about being part of a community that values professionalism, high standards, continuous improvement and, most importantly, the people and families at the heart of the funeral profession.

As a supplier to funeral directors across the UK, we’re proud to play our part in supporting the industry and building strong, long-lasting relationships with the people who work within it.

Our involvement with the NAFD has given us the opportunity to meet some fantastic people, share knowledge, build valuable relationships and better understand the evolving needs of the funeral profession.

We’re grateful to the NAFD and its members for being such an important part of that journey.

Here’s to another year of working together, supporting the industry and continuing to raise the bar.

World Su***de Prevention Day | 10 SeptemberToday is World Su***de Prevention Day.This year’s theme,  Change the Narrativ...
10/09/2026

World Su***de Prevention Day | 10 September

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

This year’s theme, Change the Narrative on Su***de, encourages us to have more open and compassionate conversations about su***de and mental health.

For those working in the funeral profession, we know that every loss represents a person, a family and a community, and that some bereavements can be particularly difficult to navigate.

Today, we simply want to encourage people to check in with one another, listen without judgement, and remember that a conversation can matter.

If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. In the UK, Samaritans can be contacted free, day or night, on 116 123.

***dePreventionDay

A busy day at Eastbourne Crematorium!Nigel Green-Smith, our Southern Sales Representative, was pleased to attend the Eas...
10/09/2026

A busy day at Eastbourne Crematorium!

Nigel Green-Smith, our Southern Sales Representative, was pleased to attend the Eastbourne Crematorium and Cemetery open day yesterday.

With around 100 people attending, there was plenty going on...
from informative talks on funeral costs, planning and direct cremation, to a behind-the-scenes tour and the chance to meet local businesses and organisations.

Nigel also had the opportunity to catch up with Alison, Crematorium Manager, and Ian from Funeral Partners (photographed together above).

It was a genuinely insightful day, offering plenty to think about when it comes to supporting families, planning ahead and understanding the changing landscape of the funeral industry.

And, of course, it’s always good to put the coffee down for five minutes and have a proper conversation with people across the industry!

Thank you to the Eastbourne Crematorium team for such a warm welcome and for putting together such an informative event.

Are you looking for high-quality solid wood caskets to offer families?Solid wood caskets are traditionally crafted from ...
08/09/2026

Are you looking for high-quality solid wood caskets to offer families?

Solid wood caskets are traditionally crafted from natural timber, providing a timeless and dignified choice for a funeral. They can offer families a more natural alternative, with a range of wood types, finishes and styles to suit different preferences.

Swipe through to explore our range of solid wood caskets, designed with quality, presentation and choice in mind.

Funeral directors know that every family is different. Having a considered range of casket options allows funeral directors to provide meaningful choice when it matters most.

Explore our range further at https://guardiancaskets.co.uk/solid-wood/

Ever wondered what goes through the mind of someone making coffins?There’s plenty of skill, precision and attention to d...
07/09/2026

Ever wondered what goes through the mind of someone making coffins?

There’s plenty of skill, precision and attention to detail involved in what we do at JC Atkinson... but that doesn’t mean our team aren’t thinking about other things while they work.

Scroll to find out what goes through our minds...

Behind the finished product is a team of experienced people who take pride in getting every stage right.

So, while the thoughts might occasionally wander, the focus on quality doesn’t.

Just another day behind the scenes at JC Atkinson.

OUR BESTSELLERS! šŸ¤We know funeral directors have enough things to think about — finding the right memorial product shoul...
04/09/2026

OUR BESTSELLERS! šŸ¤

We know funeral directors have enough things to think about — finding the right memorial product shouldn’t have to be one of them!

That’s why we’ve made it simple to browse our Forever Urns range online, with our bestselling products all in one place.

Take a look for yourself šŸ‘‡
https://www.foreverurns.online/

Blue, white, black or silver… which one catches your eye?Meet the Essence range - solid alder wood caskets with a high-g...
03/09/2026

Blue, white, black or silver… which one catches your eye?

Meet the Essence range - solid alder wood caskets with a high-gloss finish, matching bar handles and a delicate white crepe interior.

Four finishes, one beautifully refined design. Because when it comes to caskets, there’s no reason quality and style can’t sit comfortably side by side.

Take a look at all four Essence caskets:
https://guardiancaskets.co.uk/solid-wood/

Did you know? šŸ‘€Guardian Caskets have been part of our range for more than 10 years - so we thought it was time to share ...
03/09/2026

Did you know? šŸ‘€

Guardian Caskets have been part of our range for more than 10 years - so we thought it was time to share a few things you might not know about them…

Swipe through šŸ‘‰ because there’s more to Guardian than just a beautiful casket.

Fancy a closer look?
Head over to guardiancaskets.co.uk šŸ’™

THE JC ATKINSON TRADE SHOW SURVIVAL GUIDE šŸ˜‚āœ”ļø Arrive prepared.āœ”ļø Keep the coffee flowing. ā˜•āœ”ļø Be ready for lots of conve...
01/09/2026

THE JC ATKINSON TRADE SHOW SURVIVAL GUIDE šŸ˜‚
āœ”ļø Arrive prepared.
āœ”ļø Keep the coffee flowing. ā˜•
āœ”ļø Be ready for lots of conversations.
āœ”ļø Accept that ā€œjust one more meetingā€ is probably not going to be just one more meeting. šŸ‘€
āœ”ļø Enjoy every minute of it.

Our sales team might occasionally exchange a sarcastic look when another conversation is about to begin… but the truth is, they wouldn’t have it any other way.

Trade shows are a huge part of what we love about working in the funeral industry... meeting new customers, catching up with familiar faces and having the conversations that turn into lasting relationships.

So, are they tired by the end of the day?

Probably.

Would they do it all again?

Absolutely. šŸ˜‚

Because ultimately, it’s the people that make these events worth showing up for.

DID YOU KNOW? šŸ‘€Kara Henshaw, our Marketing Executive here at JC Atkinson, attended her first-ever trade event……and it ju...
31/08/2026

DID YOU KNOW? šŸ‘€

Kara Henshaw, our Marketing Executive here at JC Atkinson, attended her first-ever trade event…

…and it just happened to be the BIGGEST event in the funeral industry! 😱

No pressure, Kara! šŸ˜‚

She was absolutely thrilled to attend the National Funeral Exhibition and, more importantly, to meet so many amazing people from across the funeral industry.

From familiar faces to new connections, there were plenty of conversations, smiles and memorable moments along the way.

Swipe to see a few clips from Kara’s time at the NFE! šŸ‘‰

Did you attend the NFE this year? Let us know in the comments!*šŸ‘‡

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Sedling Road
Washington
NE389BZ

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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