Funeral services and funeral plans at Great Glen Crematorium
It’s our privilege to support local families with dignified Leicester funerals and comprehensive funeral plans at the Great Glen Crematorium.
Our compassionate team will put you at ease and guide you through arranging a funeral plan that meets your needs. Alternatively, we can take the pressure off and help you organise a fitting service for a loved one.
Get a no-obligation quote based on your preferences below. We're here for what really matters.
Caring and attentive team
Here for you 24/7
Outstanding facilities
With over 30 years' expertise
Exceptional service
Rated 4.9/5 on Feefo
Outstanding services in collaboration with Leicester funeral directors
We work closely with trusted funeral directors in Leicester to provide a funeral service built around your needs.
You can arrange personal pre-paid funeral plans and services from the comfort of your home, with our experienced team available to guide you through each stage of the process.
Highest quality of care
We take pride in our modern mortuaries, private ambulances and peaceful crematoriums for the benefit of the families we serve.
Flexible funeral services
Groups can say goodbye in their own way, with options for both short and longer ceremonies, led by a celebrant or friends and family.
Trusted funeral professionals
With over 30 years of experience and more than 74,000 cremations performed annually, we offer exceptional care at every stage.
All essentials included
Our funeral plans cover everything needed for a respectful farewell, with no hidden charges to worry about later down the line.
Affordable choices
We only offer straightforward, affordable options, providing just what you need without any unnecessary expenses.
Personal goodbyes
Celebrate a life well lived with music, video and photos that reflect their memory and create a properly personal tribute.
Great Glen Crematorium
London Road, Great Glen, LE8 9DJ
Great Glen Crematorium offers a calm, thoughtful space for wishing people farewell. Nestled just outside the village, it’s been serving local families in Leicester and surrounding areas including Great Glen, Oadby, Market Harborough and Whetstone since opening in 2017.
Enjoy a tranquil countryside setting with 30 acres of landscaped grounds and gardens.
A state-of-the-art media centre allows for music and visual tributes, plus ceremony recordings and webcasting.
Our site is designed to fit harmoniously with the surroundings and cater to people with a range of faiths.
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Pre-paid Leicester funeral plans
From £1,899
or £19.79* per month
Protect against rising funeral prices and take the stress of choosing and paying for a funeral away from your family with a Leicester funeral plan. All our plans are also guaranteed anywhere else you move to in mainland UK.
* Price is for a 50 year old paying over a 10 year period. Total cost is £2,374.80 and includes admin fees.
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From £1,299
Our Leicester funerals care for your loved one with dignity and respect. Let us support you at every stage, collecting and caring for your loved one, handling all necessary paperwork and overseeing the funeral on the day itself.
Leicester funeral services offered at Great Glen Crematorium
Both our core services offer the peace of mind you may need. Our funeral plans ensure that all costs are fixed, meaning no unexpected charges for your family to deal with at a tough time. Alternatively, arrange a suitable service for a loved one with the steer of our experienced team.
Bring the whole family together
Our main chapel seats up to 98 guests, plus standing room for larger services. A standalone Pooja Hall caters to bereaved Hindu and Sikh families.
Music and visual tributes
Celebrate your loved one’s life with their favourite music and photo or video tributes displayed on screens in the chapel. Live music is also welcome.
Ample time to pay your respects
Our 30-minute service is ideal for intimate groups, while a 60-minute service allows more time for tributes and quiet moments of reflection.
Personally or professionally led
Choose a close service led by family and friends or a ceremony guided by a professional celebrant. Either way, a chapel attendant will be on hand.
Read our reviews
“I was a little nervous talking to someone about my own funeral plans, but was pleasantly surprised at how I was put at ease and knew there would always be someone at the end of the phone should I need further information.”
M C via Trustpilot
Leicester direct cremation
A direct cremation may be a more suitable, cost-effective option if a traditional funeral doesn’t feel right.
- This service is unattended, but rest assured our team still provide the care and respect your loved one deserves.
- All items required for the cremation are included, from a traditional wood coffin to transport and the cremation itself.
- Before the cremation takes place, your loved one’s coffin will be placed in the chapel with a piece of music chosen by the family.
- Afterwards, the ashes can be promptly returned to the family or scattered in our peaceful Garden of Remembrance.
A direct cremation in Leicester offers the flexibility and time to arrange a separate memorial at a meaningful location of your choice.
Gardens at Great Glen Crematorium
