Bell, Lamb & Trotter Funeral Directors

05/06/2026

On this day a year ago we had the official opening of Christchurch Water Crematorium. Since then, over 70% of the families we've assisted have chosen this form of cremation for their loved ones. It's been so heartwarming to see this option that we're so passionate about be embraced by so many.

10/02/2026

Thanks to people making the choice of water cremation, our carbon output has reduced by 17 tonnes over the last 8 months. We've been inundated with queries from all over New Zealand, including from funeral homes setting up their own water crematoriums in other parts of the country. It has been so heartwarming to see this choice be embraced.

We offer New Zealand's first water creamation in Christchurch. A Gentle, environmentally friendly alternative to flame cremation for Kiwi families.

24/11/2025

Thanks to those who came along to our open day to see how a water cremator works, like Norm.

27/08/2025

Thank you to those who attended this past Saturday's open day. It was great to see so many people interested in what we are doing. Article in the comments below.

30/07/2025

On August 23 we're having an open day so people can see the country's first water cremator - and you're invited.

03/07/2025

It's been a long journey but we're finally able to offer water cremation - find out more in the video below.

11/06/2025

Last week we had the official opening of Christchurch Water Crematorium. Years of hard work finally coming to fruition - bringing an eco-friendly choice to the people of Christchurch and beyond. Article from the Spinoff in the comments below.

Christchurch's oldest established funeral home. Owned and operated by Canterbury families since 1872.

15/05/2025

From next month, we're pleased to be able to offer water cremation as an option for people. Story featured in the Press is below in the comments.

The first in New Zealand, proudly leading the way with water cremation, an innovative and environmentally friendly service to Kiwi families.

25/07/2024

We're proud to announce we're working with Water Cremation Aotearoa New Zealand to bring an environmentally-friendly alternative to flame cremation to New Zealand - see the article about it featured in the Spinoff.

Water cremation is the biggest thing to happen to the death industry in the last 100 years – so what's the hold up here?