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Kent and Sussex Crematorium (Tunbridge Wells): fees, facilities and contact details

Royal Tunbridge Wells · TN2 5JJ · Kent

Direct cremation£499Crematorium fee only · Around the UK average
Standard attended£1,040Crematorium fee only · 5% below UK average

Close to the UK database average The standard attended fee is 5% below the current UK database average. It ranks 6th of 11 comparable published fees in Kent. Travel, availability and the service itself may matter more than a modest difference.

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Independently checked · Last verified 17 July 2026

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Visiting, contact and facilities

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Contact and directions

Benhall Mill Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5JJ

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Accessibility and essential facilities

ParkingAvailable
Wheelchair accessAvailable
Accessible toiletAvailable
View service and multimedia facilities
Waiting roomAvailable
ToiletsAvailable
WebcastAvailable
Service recordingAvailable
Visual tributesAvailable
Music systemAvailable
Main chapel90 seated · 30 standing

Crematorium fees

Published fees

These are crematorium charges, not complete funeral prices. The funeral director, coffin, transport and optional extras may be charged separately.

ServiceFeeWhat it usually means
Direct or unattended cremation£499No attended chapel service
Direct or unattended cremation£545No attended chapel service
Reduced or shorter service£840Usually a shorter or restricted-time service · 30 minutes
Reduced or shorter service£970Usually a shorter or restricted-time service · 45 minutes
Standard attended service£1,040The normal attended crematorium service · 45 minutes
Weekend or premium service£1,570A weekend or premium-time fee · 90 minutes
View the operator's fuller published fee wording

Direct / unattended £499 (Early Direct Cremation); Direct / unattended £545 (Direct Cremation without Service); Reduced / off-peak £840 (Early 30-minute Service); Reduced / off-peak £970 (10:00 45-minute Service); Standard / peak £1040 (Standard 45-minute Service); Weekend / premium £1570 (Double Person Service)

What might the complete funeral cost?
Direct cremation packageAbout £1,650Usually unattended, including provider services and cremation
Standard attended funeralAbout £4,450A planning estimate including a funeral director
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Price context

How the fee compares

We only call out alternatives when the published difference is large enough to be potentially useful—not merely a few pounds lower.

Kent and Sussex Crematorium (Tunbridge Wells)£1,040
Kent average£1,093.18
UK average£1,098
Rank in Kent6 of 11

Kent and Sussex Crematorium (Tunbridge Wells)'s standard fee is 5% below the UK database average and 5% below the Kent average. If price is the main concern, Medway Crematorium is meaningfully lower by £185; travel, availability and service length still matter.

Direct cremation

Thanet Crematorium£210 · save £289Garden of England Crematorium (Sittingbourne)£290 · save £209

Standard attended cremation

Medway Crematorium£855 · save £185Vinters Park (Maidstone)£927 · save £113

Before arranging the service

Questions worth confirming

  • Confirm that the quote uses this exact crematorium and the correct service tier.
  • Ask whether the stated service time includes entry and exit as well as the time in the chapel.
  • Check when the ashes will be available and whether collection or delivery is included.
  • Ask whether webcast access, recording and visual tributes are included or charged separately.
  • Confirm accessible parking or drop-off arrangements if anyone has limited mobility.
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Useful answers

Questions about Kent and Sussex Crematorium (Tunbridge Wells)

Is parking available at Kent and Sussex Crematorium (Tunbridge Wells)?

Yes. Parking is recorded as available, although the operator may not publish the number of spaces or whether charges apply.

Is Kent and Sussex Crematorium (Tunbridge Wells) accessible?

Verified accessibility information includes Wheelchair access, Accessible toilet.

Does Kent and Sussex Crematorium (Tunbridge Wells) offer webcasting?

Yes. Webcasting is recorded as available. Ask whether it is included in the chosen service or charged separately.

How long is a service at Kent and Sussex Crematorium (Tunbridge Wells)?

Published service information includes Main chapel: 90 seated · 30 standing. Confirm whether the stated time covers entry and exit as well as the time in the chapel.

Who operates Kent and Sussex Crematorium (Tunbridge Wells)?

The recorded operator is Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, with ownership classified as Local Authority.

Evidence and checking

Sources and verification

Verified official sourceTunbridge Wells Borough Council — Kent and Sussex Crematorium fees and charges
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Price period: 2026-04-01 · Source checked 14 July 2026. Prices and facilities can change, so confirm anything essential before booking.

How we check and present this information

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