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Gwent Crematorium

Gwent Crematorium is a crematorium in Cwmbrân, Torfaen. It is the closest option for Cwmbrân, Pontypool, Abersychan, Usk. The nearest other crematorium is Langstone Vale Crematorium, 6.8 miles away.

Contact & directions

AddressCwmbrân, NP44 2BZ
Phone01633 839880
Websitegwentcrematorium.org.uk
Council areaTorfaen
County / areaTorfaen

Cremation fees (2026/27)

Standard cremation with a service£949 · 60-minute slot
Reduced-cost / early service£450
Unattended (direct) cremation£325
WebcastingAvailable

Crematorium fee only — funeral director charges are extra. Source: published fees, checked 25 September 2026 (Costs effective from 1 April 2026. Reduced = 'Attended Direct' 15-min service, up to 20 mourners. Slot length per 'Types of services' page (1 hour, 45 min recommended in chapel). Webcast/recording £90.). Compare all crematorium fees →

Arranging a cremation at Gwent 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 Gwent 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 01633 839880.
How much does a cremation at Gwent Crematorium cost?
Gwent Crematorium’s published 2026/27 fee for a standard cremation with a service is £949, with a lower-cost option at £450 and an unattended (direct) cremation at £325. 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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