Gloucester Crematorium – Coney Hill
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Gloucester Crematorium — Funeral Services and Visitor Information
Gloucester Crematorium, also known as Coney Hill Crematorium, provides a setting for funeral services, personal tributes and remembrance. Located on Coney Hill Road, it serves families across Gloucester and the surrounding area.
Gloucester City Council manages the crematorium. Families can choose from several attended service options or arrange a direct cremation without an attended ceremony.
Alongside the chapel, the site offers remembrance gardens, accessible facilities and rooms for funeral receptions. Therefore, families can hold the ceremony and gather afterwards in the same location.
A caring crematorium serving Gloucester
Gloucester Crematorium gives families a choice of arrangements, from a short farewell to a longer ceremony with readings, music and shared memories.
Your funeral director can help organise the booking, paperwork, transport and person leading the service. Meanwhile, you can decide which tributes best reflect your loved one’s life and wishes.
Before confirming the arrangements, discuss the expected attendance, preferred service length and any access needs. This helps everyone prepare for the day.
Funeral service options
The council’s 2026–27 information lists the following choices:
- Direct cremation: no attended ceremony, with bookings between 9am and 10am.
- Sunrise service: a short, attended ceremony of 10 minutes, between 9am and 10am.
- Classic service: a 20-minute ceremony, with five minutes for entry and five minutes for departure.
- 45-minute booking: a ceremony of approximately 30 minutes.
- Double service: a one-hour booking with approximately 50 minutes for the ceremony.
Ask your funeral director to confirm the exact arrangements for your chosen option. In particular, allow enough time if several relatives wish to speak or you plan a longer musical tribute.
Location and surroundings
You will find Gloucester Crematorium at Coney Hill Road, Gloucester, GL4 4PA.
The crematorium forms part of the wider Coney Hill Cemetery grounds. Gardens, trees and memorial areas provide space for families to return after the funeral.
When planning your journey, use the full crematorium name and postcode. Also check the confirmed service time before travelling.
Parking and arrival
Parking is available within the grounds. Allow time to find a space and reach the chapel, especially when attending a larger funeral.
If someone in your party needs to arrive close to the building, discuss suitable drop-off and parking arrangements with the crematorium team beforehand.
Public transport
Bus services serve the Coney Hill area, and published timetables include a stop named Coney Hill Crematorium.
However, routes and departure times can change. Check the current journey information before travelling and allow time to walk from the stop.
Chapel and facilities
Chapel capacity
The chapel at Gloucester Crematorium seats 120 people.
If you expect attendance to exceed the seating capacity, contact the team before finalising invitations. They can explain the available arrangements for a larger gathering.
Accessibility, waiting room and toilets
Facilities include:
- Wheelchair access and wheelchairs for visitors’ use.
- A hearing aid loop.
- A waiting room.
- Toilets, including accessible toilets.
Tell your funeral director about any support needs in advance. This gives the team time to prepare and helps guests feel more comfortable on arrival.
Music and visual tributes
The council’s current service information includes access to the Obitus music library within its cremation service prices.
Families can also arrange a single photograph, a slideshow, a family-produced tribute or a professional photographic tribute set to music. These additional options carry separate charges.
Ask your funeral director about file requirements and submission deadlines before preparing the tribute. Then check the photographs, wording and music carefully before approving it.
Livestreaming and recordings
Gloucester Crematorium offers live webcasting, with the option to watch the service again for a further 28 days.
Keepsake recordings and downloadable copies are also available. Consequently, relatives who cannot attend in person can still share in the farewell.
Arrange this before the funeral and ask the organiser for viewing instructions. Additional charges apply.
Funeral receptions at The Arbor
The Arbor provides an on-site option for gathering after a funeral. This can make arrangements easier for guests who would otherwise need to travel to another venue.
The Mulberry Room
The Mulberry Room accommodates groups of 30 to 80 people. It offers a flexible layout, a multimedia system for photographs and music, and a licensed bar.
A choice of menus is available. When booking, discuss guest numbers, dietary requirements and the style of gathering you would prefer.
The Willows Tea Room
The Willows serves hot and cold drinks, cakes and light meals. Its regular opening hours are Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm.
The council also offers private functions for 30 people, subject to availability. Ask the team whether your booking will provide exclusive use.
Highchairs and baby-changing facilities are available.
The Arbor booking telephone: 01452 396705
Booking enquiries: heretohelp@gloucester.gov.uk
Memorial gardens and remembrance options
Choosing a memorial
Gloucester Crematorium offers several ways to commemorate a loved one. The current council information includes:
- Bronze and granite plaques.
- Tree and rose memorials.
- Woodland memorial posts.
- Memorial benches.
- Sanctum memorials for cremated remains.
- Memory Lane blocks.
- Entries in the Book of Remembrance.
Availability, lease periods and charges differ. Therefore, ask the team to explain the options before placing an order.
Book of Remembrance
An entry in the Book of Remembrance provides a lasting written tribute. Families can choose an inscription and discuss the available artwork options.
Confirm viewing arrangements with the office if you plan a special visit to see an entry.
Scattering or burying ashes
Families can discuss scattering ashes within the grounds or arranging burial of cremated remains.
The council lists scattering after a cremation at Gloucester by appointment. Contact the office to agree the location and arrangements, particularly if relatives wish to attend.
Alternatively, ask your funeral director about collecting the ashes for a different resting place. If you need time to decide, check the storage arrangements, as the council lists charges for holding ashes beyond the first month.
Gloucester Crematorium opening times
Main gates: April to October
- Monday to Friday: 8am to 6pm.
- Saturday and Sunday: 9am to 6pm.
Main gates: November to March
- Monday to Friday: 8am to 5pm.
- Saturday and Sunday: 9am to 5pm.
The council’s brochure also describes 24-hour pedestrian access through two small kissing gates beside the main entrance. Visitors who need step-free access should confirm a suitable route before visiting outside the main gate hours.
The office opens Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm, excluding public holidays.
Bereavement coffee mornings
The council advertises a bereavement coffee morning at The Willows every Wednesday, from 10am to noon.
It offers a relaxed opportunity to meet others following a bereavement. Before attending, contact the tea room team on 01452 396706 to confirm the arrangements.
Funeral costs and quotations
The cost of a funeral at Gloucester Crematorium depends on the service length and the arrangements you choose.
The crematorium fee forms only part of the total. Your quotation may also include the funeral director’s services, coffin, transport, celebrant or minister, flowers and other personal choices.
For this reason, request an itemised quotation. Also check charges for webcasting, visual tributes, a reception and memorials before confirming your plans.
Contact details
Gloucester Crematorium
Coney Hill Road
Gloucester
Gloucestershire
GL4 4PA
Telephone: 01452 396902
Email: crematorium@gloucester.gov.uk
Office and telephone hours:
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm.
The office closes at weekends and on public holidays.
The Arbor reception bookings: 01452 396705
The Willows bereavement coffee morning: 01452 396706
Website information: Gloucester Crematorium does not appear to have a separate dedicated official website. Gloucester City Council provides its official information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gloucester Crematorium the same as Coney Hill Crematorium?
Yes. Gloucester Crematorium is on Coney Hill Road and is also commonly known as Coney Hill Crematorium. Use postcode GL4 4PA when planning your journey.
How many people can attend a funeral at Gloucester Crematorium?
The chapel seats 120 people. If you expect a larger gathering, contact the crematorium or funeral director beforehand to discuss attendance arrangements.
How long does a funeral service last?
Options range from a 10-minute Sunrise ceremony to approximately 50 minutes within a double-service booking. The Classic option provides a 20-minute ceremony. Confirm your chosen booking before planning readings and tributes.
Does Gloucester Crematorium have parking and accessible toilets?
Yes. Parking is available within the grounds, and facilities include wheelchair access, a hearing aid loop and accessible toilets. Discuss any individual access needs before the funeral.
Can we hold a wake at Gloucester Crematorium?
Yes. The Arbor offers the Mulberry Room for groups of 30 to 80 and a smaller private-function option at The Willows, subject to availability. Contact the booking team to discuss catering and guest numbers.