Crematorium · Dacorum

Hemel Hempstead Crematorium

Hemel Hempstead Crematorium is a crematorium in Dacorum, Hertfordshire. It is the closest option for Hemel Hempstead, Kings Langley, St Albans, Harpenden. The nearest other crematorium is West Herts Crematorium, 3.3 miles away.

Contact & directions

Address	Dacorum, HP3 8SW
Council area	Dacorum
County / area	Hertfordshire

Directions

Cremation fees (2026/27)

Standard cremation with a service	£1,150
Unattended (direct) cremation	£350
Non-resident rate	£1,189
Webcasting	Available

Crematorium fee only — funeral director charges are extra. Source: published fees, checked 25 September 2026 (Operated by West Herts Crematorium Joint Committee (sister site to Garston); fees 1 Apr 2026-31 Mar 2027 published jointly, not stated per site. Standard = adult 18+ weekday, incl. £50 environmental charge & £19 medical referee. Non-resident = did not live in Beds/Herts/Bucks/Middlesex. Direct cremation Mon-Fri 08:30/08:45. Sat to 11:00 £1,295; Sat 11:20-15:00 £1,356; Sun/BH £1,413. Webcast £90. Slot length not stated for Hemel (Garston FAQ says service normally 25-30 min).). Compare all crematorium fees →

Arranging a cremation at Hemel Hempstead 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.

Towns near Hemel Hempstead Crematorium

Hemel Hempstead2.1 mi
Kings Langley2.2 mi
St Albans3.8 mi
Harpenden5.8 mi
Watford6.1 mi
Berkhamsted6.1 mi
Bushey7.3 mi
Rickmansworth7.4 mi
Chesham8.4 mi
Hatfield8.6 mi
Borehamwood8.7 mi
Amersham9 mi
Luton9.4 mi
Welwyn Garden City10.2 mi
Edgware10.7 mi
Tring10.7 mi

Frequently asked questions

How do I book a funeral at Hemel Hempstead 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.

How much does a cremation at Hemel Hempstead Crematorium cost?

Hemel Hempstead Crematorium’s published 2026/27 fee for a standard cremation with a service is £1,150 and an unattended (direct) cremation at £350. 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.