Memorial gardens
For the burial or placing of ashes, we offer a choice of private or communal gardens in different styles and locations within our grounds.
Rated 4.5/5
Mendip Crematorium
Mendip sits in five acres between Shepton Mallet and Wells. The gardens were planted with native species and designed as sustainable memorial spaces, so the grounds should still be here, and still worth visiting, for generations to come. It's a straightforward, quiet place to hold a funeral.
Ninety-four seats, an organ as well as recorded music, and wheelchair access throughout. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the waiting room, which matters to more families than you might expect. Parking holds 64. Mendip serves Wells, Street, Shepton Mallet and Glastonbury.
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- Included:Over 200 years of caring for families
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- Included:Funerals, plans, probate and more
Arranging a funeral at Mendip Crematorium
To hold a funeral here, speak to your local Dignity funeral director. They'll book the chapel, settle the paperwork with the crematorium and talk you through the choices at whatever pace suits you.
There's no rush, and no question is too small. You don't need to have anything worked out before you call.
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A chapel for every faith and belief
Ceremonies in our chapel can be arranged entirely around your customs, traditions and preferences. Let your funeral director know what matters to you, and they’ll take care of everything.
Memorials – a lasting tribute to someone special
Ask your funeral director about arranging a memorial at Mendip Crematorium.
Plaques or dedications
If you choose to scatter or keep the ashes, a plaque in our memorial grounds or dedication in the Book of Remembrance creates a lasting tribute for loved ones to visit.
Keepsakes and urns
Keep their memory close with a daily reminder of the person they were. From the traditional to the contemporary.
Visiting us
- Old Wells Road, Croscombe, Wells, Somerset, BA5 3RR
- 01749 340930
Crematorium Office Opening Hours
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm
Crematorium Grounds Opening Hours
Monday-Sunday: 24/7
Book Of Remembrance Opening Hours
Monday-Sunday: 9am-7pm (April-September), 9am-5pm
(October-March)
Our funeral directors near Mendip Crematorium
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What to expect at a cremation
Attending a ceremony
Each service here has a set length, and it varies from one crematorium to another. Your funeral director will tell you how long you have, let you know when to arrive and where to gather, and keep an eye on the timings on the day so that you don't have to.
The service can include readings, music and time for reflection, led by a minister, celebrant or family member. At the moment of farewell, called the committal, the coffin is lowered or hidden behind a curtain. Some families prefer to leave it in view.
When the service ends, there's usually time to gather outside and speak with other guests. Your funeral director will be there if you have any questions or concerns.
What to wear
Most people wear black or dark clothing but this isn't a rule. Some families ask guests to wear a particular colour or something that meant a lot to the person who has died, like a favourite team's shirt. They may also just want people to wear whatever they're comfortable in. If you've been invited and you're not sure, ask the family.
After the ceremony
The ashes are ready to collect from the crematorium a few days after the cremation. We can also hand-deliver them or scatter them in our memorial grounds for you, whichever you prefer. Some families choose to keep the ashes at home or scatter them somewhere with personal meaning.
A memorial is a lasting place in the world for someone special. Our crematoria offer a range of options, from plaques and benches to planting a tree in the gardens. Memorials can also be arranged after a direct cremation, even if there was no ceremony held at the crematorium itself.
What families say about us
Rated 4.5 / 5 based on 12 reviews.
Rated 5/5
Beautiful kept gardens & surroundings.
Staff are very professional, friendly & welcoming.
The most peaceful place to visit loved ones
Nicola Woodward, 24 December 2025
Rated 1/5
Is there any public transport to or from the Mendip Crematorium?
Jean Tremlett, 17 December 2025
Rated 5/5
I recently visited Mendip Crematorium and was truly moved by how beautiful and peaceful the grounds are. The moment you arrive, you’re met with a sense of calm — from the gentle sound of the fountain flowing into the lovely pond to the serene spaces that encourage quiet reflection.
The mulberry remembrance tree is a particularly wonderful idea, along with the letters to heaven letter box offering families a meaningful way to honour their loved ones. It’s clear that so much thought has gone into creating a place that brings comfort during difficult times.
The staff are exceptional — caring, helpful, and genuinely empathetic. Nothing ever feels rushed or too much trouble, and they support you with such kindness. They even host open days, allowing people to look around, ask questions, and feel more at ease with the process.
I recently had my mum’s ashes laid to rest there with a few family members present, and the experience was handled with such sensitivity. A beautiful poem was read by the lovely Nici, and the whole moment felt heartfelt, gentle, and deeply respectful. It was everything we hoped for and more.
A truly wonderful place that brings both peace and comfort.
Marisa Marks, 8 December 2025
FAQs
We’re here to answer all your questions. If anything isn’t clear, please ask us.
Advice and guidance
Guides on cremation services and what to do with ashes.
Cremation service
What happens at a cremation, the paperwork needed beforehand, how long the service lasts, what shapes the cost, and when the ashes come back to you.
What to do with cremation ashes
Twenty things families have done with ashes – jewellery, tattoos, vinyl records, reefs, fireworks, a planted tree – and the practicalities of each.
Places to scatter ashes in the UK
Nine places families choose to scatter ashes – at home, at sea, on hills, rivers and sports grounds – and the permission each one asks of you first.
Burying ashes
Burying ashes in a cemetery, churchyard, garden of remembrance, woodland ground or your own garden – the permission needed for each, and what it costs.
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