Popular cafe returns following overwhelming public demand
A cafe based at a crematorium has been reopened after a council received overwhelming feedback for its return.
Cafe Crem, previously the Courtyard Cafe & Catering, based at Sandwell Valley Crematorium in West Bromwich, has returned after being closed last year due to a non-renewed lease.
Sandwell Council announced the return of the much-loved venue at a ribbon-cutting ceremony earlier today, with the cafe taking its first round of customers since closing in February last year.
At the ribbon-cutting ceremony, councillor Syeda Khatun, Sandwell Council's cabinet member for public health and communities, said: "Having spoken to families attending services and other visitors, it’s wonderful to be able to reopen a space that allows people to get together to talk about loved ones.
"And perhaps just to sit and remember or have a quiet moment to themselves in a welcoming and understanding space."
While it was closed, the facility underwent a complete redecoration, installing a new kitchen area, flooring, furniture and a state-of-the-art coffee machine.
The cafe will be open six days a week, Monday to Saturday, serving hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, snacks and full breakfasts.
More information can be found on the Sandwell Council website https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/burials-cremations/sandwell-valley-crematorium
