Crematorium · Telford

Telford Crematorium

Telford Crematorium is a crematorium in Telford, Shropshire. It is the closest option for Oakengates, Telford, Shifnal, Dawley. The nearest other crematorium is Emstrey Crematorium, 13.2 miles away.

Contact & directions

Address	Telford, TF2 9NJ
Phone	01952 610612
Website	dignityfunerals.co.uk
Council area	Telford and Wrekin
County / area	Shropshire

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Cremation fees (2026)

Standard cremation with a service	£1,260 · 60-minute slot
Reduced-cost / early service	£795
Unattended (direct) cremation	£575
Webcasting	Available

Crematorium fee only — funeral director charges are extra. Source: published fees, checked 25 September 2026 (Operated by Dignity / Crematoria Management Group (not Telford & Wrekin Council). Effective 16 April 2026. 60-min slots 10:30-16:30: Mon-Wed £1,260, Thu-Fri £1,360, Sat £1,360; 09:30 60-min £1,060; 09:00 30-min £795; 17:30 £795; twilight 17:30-19:30 £1,260 Mon-Wed / £1,360 Thu-Fri; Sunday £1,995. Attended Direct Cremation £795; Unattended Direct £575. Live webcast £75.). Compare all crematorium fees →

Arranging a cremation at Telford 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 Telford Crematorium

Oakengates2 mi
Telford2.4 mi
Shifnal2.4 mi
Dawley3.4 mi
Madeley4.6 mi
Wellington4.8 mi
Newport5.1 mi
Broseley6.6 mi
Much Wenlock9.5 mi
Bridgnorth11.2 mi

Frequently asked questions

How do I book a funeral at Telford 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 01952 610612.

How much does a cremation at Telford Crematorium cost?

Telford Crematorium’s published 2026 fee for a standard cremation with a service is £1,260, with a lower-cost option at £795 and an unattended (direct) cremation at £575. 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.