Crematorium · Lambeth

West Norwood Crematorium

West Norwood Crematorium is a crematorium in Lambeth, Greater London. It is the closest option for Sydenham, Tooting, Catford, Croydon. The nearest other crematorium is South London Crematorium, 2.6 miles away.

Contact & directions

Address	Lambeth, SE21 8EN
Phone	020 7926 7999
Website	lambeth.gov.uk
Council area	Lambeth
County / area	Greater London

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Cremation fees (2026/27)

Standard cremation with a service	£1,060 · 45-minute slot
Reduced-cost / early service	£519
Unattended (direct) cremation	£325
Webcasting	Available

Crematorium fee only — funeral director charges are extra. Source: published fees, checked 25 September 2026 (IDENTITY UNCERTAIN / LIKELY MISNAMED: no crematorium called "Sydenham Crematorium" found; input postcode SE21 8EN is Martell Road trading estate by West Norwood (Lambeth). Most likely this record is West Norwood Crematorium (Lambeth Council, Norwood Road SE27 9JU), which is not otherwise in the dataset. Figures are Lambeth Council fees 2026/27, stated to apply at both Lambeth and West Norwood crematoria: adult £1,060; early 30-min 8:30/9:00 £519; direct (8-9am, no service) £325; Sat £1,685; Sun £2,226. West Norwood page: 30-min service in 45-min slot. Webcast live + 28 days £73. Verify identity before publishing.). Compare all crematorium fees →

Arranging a cremation at West Norwood 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.

Towns near West Norwood Crematorium

Sydenham2 mi
Tooting3.1 mi
Catford3.4 mi
Croydon4.1 mi
Lewisham4.3 mi
Wimbledon4.8 mi
City of Westminster4.8 mi
Lee5 mi
Grove Park5.1 mi
Bromley5.2 mi
Greenwich5.2 mi
London5.3 mi
Carshalton5.4 mi
City of London5.7 mi
Sutton6.4 mi
Eltham6.6 mi

Frequently asked questions

How do I book a funeral at West Norwood 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 7926 7999.

How much does a cremation at West Norwood Crematorium cost?

West Norwood Crematorium’s published 2026/27 fee for a standard cremation with a service is £1,060, with a lower-cost option at £519 and an unattended (direct) cremation at £325. 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.