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Beckenham Crematorium

Beckenham Crematorium is a crematorium in Bromley, Greater London. It is the closest option for Sydenham, Croydon, Bromley, Catford. The nearest other crematorium is West Norwood Crematorium, 2.7 miles away.

Contact & directions

AddressBromley, SE20 7YB
Phone020 8658 9277
Websitesimplicity.co.uk
Council areaBromley
County / areaGreater London

Cremation fees (2026)

Standard cremation with a service£1,335 · 60-minute slot
Reduced-cost / early service£850
Unattended (direct) cremation£575
WebcastingAvailable

Crematorium fee only — funeral director charges are extra. Source: published fees, checked 25 September 2026 (Dignity/CMG, Elmers End Rd BR3 4TD. Eff 2 Jan 2026. 60-min Mon-Wed £1,335, Thu-Fri £1,435; 16:00 £1,195; 30-min early/late £850). Compare all crematorium fees →

Arranging a cremation at Beckenham 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I book a funeral at Beckenham 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 020 8658 9277.
How much does a cremation at Beckenham Crematorium cost?
Beckenham Crematorium’s published 2026 fee for a standard cremation with a service is £1,335, with a lower-cost option at £850 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.

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