Plan the visit
Physical crematorium locations
These physical crematoria use the same published tariff. Choose the correct location for its address, directions and verified facilities.
Birtley Crematorium
Windsor Road, Birtley, Gateshead, DH3 1PQ
Saltwell Crematorium
Saltwell Road South, Gateshead, NE9 6DT
Crematorium fees
Published fees
These are crematorium charges, not complete funeral prices. The funeral director, coffin, transport and optional extras may be charged separately.
| Service | Fee | What it usually means |
|---|---|---|
| Direct or unattended cremation | £577 | No attended chapel service |
| Standard attended service | £1,036 | The normal attended crematorium service |
View the operator's fuller published fee wording
Adult cremation £913 + £57 medical referee + £66 environmental surcharge = £1,036 typical total; direct(no service) £577; +£50 non-resident surcharge
What might the complete funeral cost?
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.
Saltwell & Birtley Crematoria (Gateshead)'s standard fee is 6% below the UK database average and close to the Tyne and Wear average. If price is the main concern, Tynemouth & Whitley Bay Crematoria (North Tyneside) is meaningfully lower by £96; travel, availability and service length still matter.
Direct cremation
Sunderland£488 · save £89Standard attended cremation
Tynemouth & Whitley Bay Crematoria (North Tyneside)£940 · save £96Before 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.
The crematorium fee is only one part of the bill. Our free checker explains the other charges in plain English.
Useful answers
Questions about Saltwell & Birtley Crematoria (Gateshead)
Which physical crematoria use this shared tariff?
The shared fee record covers Saltwell Crematorium, Birtley Crematorium. Use the individual location cards for the correct address and facilities.
How long is a service at Saltwell & Birtley Crematoria (Gateshead)?
The operator does not publish a clear standard service duration in the information we verified. Confirm the booking slot and chapel-use time before arranging the service.
Who operates Saltwell & Birtley Crematoria (Gateshead)?
The recorded operator is Gateshead Council, with ownership classified as Local Authority.
Evidence and checking
Sources and verification
Price period: Current (live page) · Source checked 14 July 2026. Prices and facilities can change, so confirm anything essential before booking.
How we check and present this information
We prioritise official tariffs and operator information, keep price types separate, and label details as not published rather than guessing.
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