Norse Road Crematorium fees
Current cremation fees at Norse Road Crematorium, verified against Bedford Borough Council’s published fee schedule. Between the full adult service and a direct cremation, the council offers a shorter, lower-cost “farewell” option that isn’t always mentioned by funeral directors.
Cremation fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Adult cremation service (30-min service, 10am–5pm weekdays) | £1,149.95 |
| Farewell cremation service (15 min, 9am or 9.30am, max 20 attendees) | £647.95 |
| Unattended (direct) cremation (8.30am or 5pm) | £440.55 |
| Certificate of cremation (if collecting ashes) | £16.95 |
| Child cremation (under 18) | No charge (Children’s Funeral Fund) |
Fees verified 2026-07-05, effective 1 January 2026. Source: Bedford Borough Council cemetery and crematorium fees.
Contact
Phone: 01234 718 150 Postcode: MK41 0RL
About this crematorium
Norse Road Crematorium is operated by Bedford Borough Council. It opened in 1995. The farewell service caps attendance at 20 people and chapel use at 15 minutes, but still includes the medical referee fee and environmental surcharge – it costs £502 less than the full adult service.