Find a funeral director in Swindon

Find funeral directors in Swindon 

If you’re looking for Swindon funeral directors, we can help you find one to meet your needs. Our directory includes independent funeral directors in the town, alongside well-known companies such as Co-op and Dignity. With our help, you can browse Swindon funeral homes in all areas of the town, including Stratton, Wootton Bassett and Wroughton. 

Planning a funeral in Swindon 

There are 2 crematoriums in Swindon and the surrounding area. The town has a diverse population, and this is reflected by its religious buildings and places of worship, which include churches, mosques, and a Hindu temple. You can view a full list of Swindon places of worship here.  

The town has 3 council-run cemeteries. Most burials take place at Kingsdown Cemetery, which is on the same site as the crematorium. It has dedicated areas for people of Ba’hai, Muslim and Plymouth Brethren faith. Burial in an existing grave is possible at Whitworth Road Cemetery. All of the cemeteries in Swindon have final resting place options for cremated remains, including burial at an existing family grave.  

Natural, green and woodland burials are possible at Westmill Woodland Burial Ground, which is 8 miles from Swindon.  

Why compare Swindon funeral directors? 

There are many costs to consider when planning a funeral in Swindon. The final price you pay will vary depending on the funeral director, the type of service and when you want it to take place. You’ll also need to consider the cost of things like crematorium fees, floral tributes and memorials. With our directory, it’s easy to compare all of the costs in one place, helping you to save money. 

Find a Swindon crematorium 

Kingsdown Crematorium (also known as Swindon Crematorium) is run by Swindon Borough Council. It has a multi-faith chapel, ‘Obitus’ music system, and an organ. Cremated remains plots are available at both Kingdown and Whitworth Road cemeteries. The crematorium also has a Trees of Remembrance area and columbarium niches.  

North Wiltshire Crematorium is 4.5 miles from Swindon. It is managed by Westerleigh Group and Distinct Cremations. It has a modern multi-faith chapel with a state-of-the-art media centre and a Viscount organ. It has a Garden of Remembrance and offers a range of memorial options, including benches, bird baths and memorial plaques.  

Find a cemetery in Swindon 

Kingsdown Cemetery is a peaceful setting within mature grounds. It has a large section for cremated remains, 3 types of grave (eco, lawn and traditional) and a baby section. It also has dedicated spaces for people of the Plymouth Brethren, Ba’hai and Muslim faiths.  

Whitworth Road Cemetery has 6 main areas, including a section for cremated remains, a baby section, lawn graves, traditional graves and dedicated sections for people of the Muslim and Jewish faith.  

Find funeral wake venues in Swindon 

When planning a funeral, you’ll also need to think about the wake. You might decide to host the wake at home or in a community centre or village hall. Another option is to hire a private venue such as a hotel. There are several Swindon wake venues to choose from.