Reading (Caversham) crematorium fees
Current cremation fees at Reading (Caversham), verified against Reading Borough Council’s own published price list.
Cremation fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Early morning service (9.15am and 10.00am, South Chapel only) | £765 |
| Standard attended service | £1,100 |
| Witness direct cremation (no service, 9.00am, West Chapel only) | £515 |
| Direct cremation (unattended, West Chapel only) | £345 |
| Child cremation (under 18, including a stillborn infant or foetus) | Free of charge |
| Additional service time (double service requested at booking) | £565 |
| Live and on-demand webcast (28 days to watch again) | £60 |
The standard fee includes a 30-minute chapel service, the Obitus music system and the environmental levy of £56. Fees verified 31 October 2026 directly against Reading Borough Council’s own fees page (last updated by the council on 2 April 2026). Source: Reading Borough Council fees page.
Contact
Phone: 0118 937 2200 Postcode: RG4 5LP
About this crematorium
Reading (Caversham) is operated by Reading Borough Council. It opened in 1932.