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Worcester Cemeteries and Crematorium

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A note on our current services

Worcester Crematorium is being refurbished, with works due for completion in 2026. Our team is based at the KGV Hub, Ash Avenue, Worcester WR4 9TL, and the Book of Remembrance is temporarily at the Guildhall. Astwood and St John's cemeteries remain open as normal. Office visits are by appointment only.

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Worcester Crematorium is undergoing a major refurbishment, scheduled for completion in 2026.

During this time, the Bereavement Services team are based at the KGV Hub in Ash Avenue, off Brickfields Road, WR4 9TL. Visits to the office are by appointment only.

The Book of Remembrance has temporarily moved to the Guildhall in High Street WR1 2EY. It can be viewed Monday-Saturday – opening times below.

The grounds of Astwood Cemetery are open as normal throughout the refurbishment period.

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Upcoming funerals

Check the details for services at Worcester Crematorium
In loving memory — service
Worcester Crematorium · Main Chapel
Fri 24 Jul
11:00
In loving memory — service
Worcester Crematorium · Main Chapel
Fri 24 Jul
13:30
In loving memory — service
Worcester Crematorium · Main Chapel
Mon 27 Jul
10:15
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Opening times and how to find us

Grounds, office and the Book of Remembrance at the Guildhall
Cemetery grounds
Astwood & St John's open daily
October – March
Open daily : 8am – 4.15pm
Gates locked at 4.15pm
April – September
Open daily : 8am – 8pm
Gates locked at 7.45pm
Office — KGV Hub
By appointment only
October – March
Mon – Thu : 9am – 4.30pm
Friday : 9am – 3.30pm
April – September
Mon – Fri : 9am – 4pm
Book of Remembranceat the Guildhall
October – March
Mon – Thu : 9am – 4pm
Friday : 9am – 3.45pm
Saturday : 9.30am – 4pm
Sunday : Closed
April – September
Mon – Fri : 8am – 6.30pm
Sat – Sun : 10am – 4pm

Find the office

The KGV Hub, Ash Avenue, off Brickfields Road, Worcester WR4 9TL. Just a seven-minute walk from the crematorium. Visits by appointment.
01905 22633

Latest news and events

Updates and events through the year from Bereavement Services
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Are the cemeteries open during the crematorium refurbishment?
Yes. Astwood and St John's cemeteries remain open as normal throughout the refurbishment period.
Where is your office based right now?
Our team is temporarily at the KGV Hub, Ash Avenue, off Brickfields Road, Worcester WR4 9TL. Visits are by appointment only.
How do I arrange a burial or cremation?
Our Planning a Funeral pages explain what to expect step by step.
Where can I find your fees?
All current burial and cremation fees are listed on our Fees & Charges page.
Where is the Book of Remembrance at the moment?
It has temporarily moved to Worcester Guildhall, High Street, Worcester WR1 2EY. See opening hours above.
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