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Gilroes Crematorium

Gilroes Crematorium is a crematorium in Leicester, Leicestershire, run by Leicester City Council. It is the closest option for Leicester, Syston, Oadby, Wigston. The nearest other crematorium is Loughborough Crematorium, 7.2 miles away.

Contact & directions

AddressLeicester, LE3 9QJ
Phone0116 373 7327
Websiteleicester.gov.uk
OperatorLeicester City Council
Council areaLeicester
County / areaLeicestershire

Cremation fees (2026/27)

Standard cremation with a service£1,160 · 60-minute slot
Reduced-cost / early service£875
Unattended (direct) cremation£515
WebcastingAvailable

Crematorium fee only — funeral director charges are extra. Source: published fees, checked 25 September 2026 (Operator: Leicester City Council. Attended 10.30am+; off-peak 8.30-10am £875. 1-hr chapel incl entry/exit; includes medical referee fee. Webcast £85). Compare all crematorium fees →

Arranging a cremation at Gilroes Crematorium

  • Booking: your funeral director normally books the date and time. Early-morning slots are often cheaper.
  • Service length: slots vary between crematoria — ask how long you’ll have in the chapel, and whether a double slot is available for a longer service.
  • Unattended (direct) cremation: most crematoria offer a lower fee for a cremation with no service. About direct cremation.
  • Livestreaming: many crematoria can webcast the service for people who can’t attend — ask when booking.
  • Faith needs: ask about witnessing the committal (important for Hindu and Sikh families), religious symbols in the chapel, and music.
  • Ashes: collect them, have your funeral director collect them, or ask about the gardens of remembrance. Where you can scatter ashes.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I book a funeral at Gilroes Crematorium?
Your funeral director usually books the service time with the crematorium on your behalf. If you are arranging a funeral yourself, contact the crematorium office directly on 0116 373 7327.
How much does a cremation at Gilroes Crematorium cost?
Gilroes Crematorium’s published 2026/27 fee for a standard cremation with a service is £1,160, with a lower-cost option at £875 and an unattended (direct) cremation at £515. This is the crematorium’s fee only — your funeral director’s charges are extra. Always check the current price with the crematorium.
Can the family watch the coffin enter the cremator?
Many UK crematoria let a small number of family members witness the charge — an important part of Hindu and Sikh funerals. Ask the crematorium in advance so they can arrange it.
When will the ashes be ready?
Ashes are usually ready within a few working days. You can collect them yourself, ask the funeral director to collect them, or ask about scattering or burial in the crematorium’s grounds.

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