Exeter and Devon Crematorium
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Exeter and Devon Crematorium – Funeral Services, Chapels and Visiting Information
Exeter and Devon Crematorium on Topsham Road has served local families since 1963. Its two funeral chapels accommodate both smaller gatherings and larger congregations, while the surrounding gardens offer somewhere to return, remember and spend a little time.
If you are attending a funeral, the address to look for is Topsham Road, Exeter, EX2 6EU. This is a separate crematorium from East Devon Crematorium at Whimple, so checking the address before setting off can prevent an upsetting journey to the wrong place.
A Caring Crematorium Serving Exeter and Devon
The crematorium welcomes religious, non-religious and humanist ceremonies. Families can shape the farewell around the person they are remembering, whether that means familiar hymns, favourite songs, personal readings or a quieter service.
Exeter and Devon Crematorium forms part of The Crematorium and Memorial Group. Its team works with funeral directors, celebrants and faith leaders to help families arrange the ceremony and consider their wishes for the ashes afterwards.
You can also arrange a visit before the funeral. For anyone who feels uncertain about attending, seeing the chapel beforehand may make the day feel a little less unfamiliar.
Location and Surroundings
The crematorium occupies part of the former Northbrook Park Estate, with approximately 14 acres of grounds.
Its gardens include established trees, roses and Willow Lake. Paths lead through the grounds towards waterside areas, giving visitors a choice of places to pause and reflect.
Finding the Crematorium
Address:
Exeter and Devon Crematorium
Topsham Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 6EU
Use the full name and postcode when planning your journey. Once you arrive, check whether the funeral takes place in St Peter’s Chapel or St Paul’s Chapel.
Knowing the chapel name is particularly helpful when sharing directions with relatives and friends.
Parking and Arrival
There are 137 parking spaces across two car parks, with accessible parking also available.
Allow a little time to park and find the correct chapel before the service. If a relative needs help getting from the vehicle to the building, the office can advise on suitable arrangements.
Chapel and Facilities
St Peter’s Chapel
St Peter’s Chapel seats up to 130 people, making it the larger of the two funeral chapels.
Its high ceiling and large windows create an open setting for a gathering of family and friends.
St Paul’s Chapel
St Paul’s Chapel seats up to 55 people and offers a smaller setting for a more intimate farewell.
Both chapels welcome different faiths and beliefs. The choice can therefore reflect the size and wishes of the gathering rather than the type of ceremony.
Music and Personal Tributes
Music can be an important part of saying goodbye. Both chapels offer recorded music facilities, with space for singers or musicians too.
Screens allow families to share photographs and visual tributes. A familiar photograph or a sequence of pictures can bring back memories that are sometimes difficult to put into words.
Arrange music, images and any live contributions through your funeral director before the service.
Accessibility, Waiting Facilities and Toilets
Facilities include:
- Wheelchair access.
- Accessible toilets.
- A hearing loop.
- A waiting room with drinks available.
If you have particular access needs, contact the team before visiting so they can help you plan your arrival.
Funeral Services and Cremation Options
An Attended Funeral
An attended cremation brings family and friends together for a ceremony in the chapel.
Your funeral director or celebrant can help you choose readings, music and tributes that feel right for the person who has died. There is no need for every service to follow the same pattern.
Service Length
The published 2026 price list offers 60-minute standard service bookings, alongside selected 30-minute reduced-fee bookings.
However, allow for arrival and departure within the appointment. Confirm the time available for the ceremony itself before planning several readings, speakers or musical pieces.
Additional chapel time is available for a separate charge.
Attended Direct Cremation
An attended direct cremation offers a brief opportunity to spend time with the coffin in the chapel, without a full funeral ceremony.
Music can accompany the farewell. This may suit families who want a few private moments at the crematorium before remembering the person in another way.
Unattended Direct Cremation
An unattended direct cremation takes place without a chapel ceremony or mourners present.
Families can still arrange a separate memorial gathering, celebration of life or personal act of remembrance elsewhere.
Cremation Fees
The operator’s price list, effective from 2 January 2026, includes:
| Option | Published crematorium fee |
|---|---|
| Standard weekday attended cremation | £1,350 |
| Selected reduced-fee 60-minute bookings | £995 |
| Selected 30-minute bookings | £775 |
| Unattended direct cremation | £575 |
| Attended direct cremation | £775 |
| Additional chapel time of 60 minutes | £700 |
Availability depends on the chapel, day and appointment selected.
These are crematorium fees rather than complete funeral prices. Ask your funeral director for an itemised quotation covering their services, the coffin, transport and any extras.
Memorial Gardens and Remembrance Options
Choosing What Happens to the Ashes
You can arrange for ashes to remain within the memorial grounds or collect them for another resting place.
The crematorium offers scattering arrangements, including the opportunity for family to attend. Alternatively, staff can prepare the ashes for collection in a suitable container.
You do not need to choose a permanent memorial immediately. A conversation with the memorial team can help you understand the options before deciding.
Gardens and Memorials
Memorial choices include private gardens, bench gardens, wall niches and family estates.
Some families value a dedicated place to visit, while others prefer a simpler tribute within the shared grounds. The memorial team can show you the different areas and explain availability, prices and any ongoing terms.
Book of Remembrance and Memorial Chapel
The Book of Remembrance provides another way to record a loved one’s name.
It sits within the Memorial Chapel, which also offers space for private prayer, quiet reflection and small memorial services.
If you wish to see a particular date in the book, contact the office before travelling.
Standards and Professional Membership
Exeter and Devon Crematorium appears in the Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities’ directory of member crematoria.
FBCA membership requires adherence to its Code of Cremation Practice, which addresses dignity, identification, staff competence and care of ashes.
The directory records an inspection on 7 May 2024, with the next scheduled for 7 May 2027.
Contact Details
Exeter and Devon Crematorium
Topsham Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 6EU
Telephone: 01392 496333
General enquiries:
exeteranddevon.crematorium@thecmg.co.uk
Memorial enquiries:
exeteranddevon.memorialoffice@thecmg.co.uk
Office and Visiting Hours
Crematorium office: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm.
Book of Remembrance:
- Monday to Friday: 9am–5pm.
- Saturday and Sunday: 10am–4pm.
Memorial grounds: open throughout the year.
The current website lists grounds access as 24 hours a day, although an older memorial brochure gives 9am–5pm. Therefore, confirm access with the office before an early-morning or evening visit.
Please arrange an appointment for ashes collection, a memorial consultation or a guided visit.
Official website:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Exeter and Devon Crematorium the same as East Devon Crematorium?
No. Exeter and Devon Crematorium is on Topsham Road, Exeter, EX2 6EU.
East Devon Crematorium is a different venue at Whimple. Check the funeral announcement for the full address and, for Exeter and Devon, whether the ceremony takes place in St Peter’s or St Paul’s Chapel.
Is there an online funeral diary for Exeter and Devon Crematorium?
An official public online service diary could not be verified.
For an upcoming funeral, check the family’s announcement or contact the funeral director arranging the service. You can also telephone the crematorium on 01392 496333 for guidance.
Confirm both the start time and chapel name before travelling.
How long does a funeral service last?
Standard bookings provide a 60-minute appointment, with shorter 30-minute options at selected times.
The ceremony needs to fit around arrival and departure, so ask your funeral director how much speaking and music time your booking allows. Longer chapel bookings are available at an additional cost.
Can I watch a funeral online?
Yes. Webcasting is available when the family arranges it.
The published 2026 price list gives a £75 live webcast fee, including access for a further 28 days. A downloadable recording costs extra.
Ask the funeral director for the private viewing details and confirmation that the family has booked the service.
Can I visit the Book of Remembrance at weekends?
Yes. The published weekend hours are 10am–4pm.
If you hope to view a particular entry, contact the office beforehand. This is especially helpful when visiting on a date other than the anniversary recorded in the book.