Radcliffe mourns Albie Speakman in moving ceremony

Mourners wore bright colours to attend the funeral

Albie Speakman suffered fatal injuries on Saturday, July 16 after a horrifying incident which happened at his dad's farm off Bentley Hall Road in Tottington.

Known to his mum Leah Bridge as her ‘sunshine boy’, Albie was carried by horse and carriage from Radcliffe town centre to East Lancashire Crematorium.

A horse and carriage pulled Albies coffin

The sun shone brightly for the son of Leah Bridge and Neil Speakman as hundreds gathered at the Radcliffe crematorium to pay their respects.

Mourners stood outside as the crematorium was full

Mourners filled the crematorium, as the ceremony had to be broadcast across speakers for those outside to hear.

Albie's family shared their memories and fondness of the three-year-old, praising his kind and inquisitive nature.

In a letter, written by Leah, she said: “Life without you is not worth living but I can't let you down so I will find the strength to carry on.”

She also shared that Albie was too precious to be on this Earth, which is why God had taken him back, adding that although she cannot bear the thought of not seeing or hearing him again, she can still feel Albie's presence with her.

A horse and carriage carrying Albie's coffin

Letters from Neil and Albie's grandparents were also shared, from him playing with magnifying glasses and going to the beach to being the best big brother to his younger sister.

During the ceremony, Albie's favourite song, Heatwaves by Glass Animals, was played through the speakers before a video montage of the youngster was shared.

Crowds paid their final respects as Albie was burried

The sun continued to shine for Albie after the ceremony ended when his body was buried at the crematorium.

Sunflowers and yellow roses were placed on his coffin while a moving rendition of ‘You are my Sunshine’ was played.

Following the funeral, Leah has invited all to attend the wake at The Garsdale pub in Bury.

Radcliffe Crematorium