Crematorium · Lincoln

Lincoln Crematorium

Lincoln Crematorium is a crematorium in Lincoln, Lincolnshire. It is the closest option for Lincoln, Bracebridge, North Hykeham, Wragby. The nearest other crematorium is Lea Fields Crematorium, 13.7 miles away.

Contact & directions

Address	Lincoln, LN4 1EF
Phone	01522 873646
Website	lincoln.gov.uk
Council area	Lincoln
County / area	Lincolnshire

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Cremation fees (2026/27)

Standard cremation with a service	£1,020 · 60-minute slot
Reduced-cost / early service	£670
Unattended (direct) cremation	£551
Webcasting	Available

Crematorium fee only — funeral director charges are extra. Source: published fees, checked 25 September 2026 (City of Lincoln Council. 60-min chapel slot (45-min service), includes medical referee fee; early-start 09:00/09:30 30-min £670; attended direct service 30-min £841.50; unattended direct £551; webcast £74. Effective 1 Apr 2026-31 Mar 2027.). Compare all crematorium fees →

Arranging a cremation at Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 01522 873646.

How much does a cremation at Lincoln Crematorium cost?

Lincoln Crematorium’s published 2026/27 fee for a standard cremation with a service is £1,020, with a lower-cost option at £670 and an unattended (direct) cremation at £551. 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.