Earlham Crematorium

Telephone: 01603 508146

Crematorium information

Earlham Crematorium was opened in 1964 by the Bishop of Thetford. The crematorium is set in peaceful surroundings close to the heart of Norwich.

Our chapel features an original timbered roof and has seating for 85. It is accessible for less-abled, and the lectern has a 'rise and fall' mechanism to suit all heights.

We are also able to provide webcasting, music and visual tributes to coincide with your service.

Our crematorium also has access for the less-abled, accessible toilets and a hearing loop system.

Our gardens of remembrance are landscaped but still accessible to all. We boast three and half acres of beautiful grounds including a water feature and a large koi carp pond. We may be quite central to the city but we do love nature, hosting wildlife such as deer, foxes, hedgehogs, jays, robins, magpies, owls and a multitude of butterflies, dragonflies and bees. 

We have a variety of personalised memorials for you to choose from, including scattering, roses, and private gardens. Our memorial staff can show you around the gardens at any time and help you to make your choice of memorial. 

We also have a book of remembrance which is hand written and illustrated. If you can't see this personally at the crematorium, then you can visit the book of remembrance online too.

Our friendly staff are here to assist anyone who is need of help with their service or memorial. Our dedicated and caring staff treat every family with dignity and respect. At the service we will be there to help you every step of the way.

Admin email address - earlham.crematorium@thecmg.co.uk

Facebook page - Earlham Crematorium | Facebook

Book of Remembrance - Earlham Crematorium Book of Remembrance (remembrance-books.com)

Opening Hours

The Office:
Our office is open Monday - Friday 09:00 - 17:00. Please contact the crematorium directly to make an appointment.

The collection of cremated remains and memorial consultations can still take place by means of an appointment.

The Grounds:
Our grounds remain open to members of the public all year. Access is maintained by the local council.
Spring: 08:00 - 19:00
Summer: 08:00 - 20:00
Autumn: 08:00 - 18:00
Winter: 08:00 - 16:30

The Memorial Office:
Appointments can be made by contacting the crematorium by telephone or email.

The Book of Remembrance Room:
Our Book of Remembrance is available during normal office hours. Before visiting please contact the crematorium directly. The book is open daily and can also be viewed online at https://www.remembrance-books.com/earlham/

Parking

There are 70 parking spaces available.

Earlham Crematorium

Our fees

We know that understanding what goes into the cost of a funeral can sometimes be difficult for families. We also recognise that understanding the overall financial implications of arranging a funeral is important. To this end we have included a downloadable price list of the services available to you.

It is important to us that any confusion is completely removed to help families to fully understand what the Cremation Fee includes, and what this means as part of the wider cost of the funeral. We have outlined the elements that are necessary to provide a cremation service to you below, although of course we would be happy to discuss any further queries you might have directly with you. You can contact us at any time to talk through any further options and any fees that might apply.

The cremation fee includes the following:

• All professional services relating to the administration and registration of the cremation, in line with statutory regulation.
• The use of our Chapel along with the assistance of a trained staff member on the day of the service.
• The provision of music during the funeral service (please contact the Crematorium for details of our available options).
• The sensitive handling of the cremation in line with environmental legislation.
• The appropriate national environmental levy for mercury abatement.
• The scattering or interment of the ashes within our Gardens of Remembrance, or the preparation for their removal along with a suitable container and the Cremation Certificate.
• Alternatively, we will look after the ashes safely and securely at our Crematoria site and can share with you the various options and next steps available to care for your loved ones ashes.

We also offer weekend services, fees for which along with  other available services are detailed in the PDF attachment entitled Cremation Price List

Direct cremation

We have a number of options available to meet the ever increasing demand for this service which are detailed below.

Unattended Direct Cremation

• There will be no service in the chapel and no mourners in attendance.
• Sometime following the cremation, staff at the Crematorium will contact the Applicant to confirm instructions for the ashes in order to offer any further assistance. There are many occasions when families change their decision having had time for further thought and discussion.

Attended Direct Cremation

• The attended direct cremation is available at 9.00am.
• This option enables families to attend the crematorium to see the coffin in the chapel and be able to spend a few moments with the coffin before the leaving the chapel.
• The crematorium staff will be available to help and assist you during the time at the crematorium, showing you both in and out of the chapel at the appropriate times.
• Music may also be played should you wish.
• Sometime following the cremation, staff at the Crematorium will contact the Applicant to confirm instructions for the ashes in order to offer any further assistance. There are many occasions when families change their mind having had time for further thought.

There is no additional charge for being out of the catchment area for Norwich and Norfolk.

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