Lawn graves
Lawn graves are set within well-maintained grassy surroundings, with space for a headstone of your choice at the head of the plot. They offer a simple, peaceful and timeless setting for remembrance.
Emstrey Cemetery
London Road , Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6PS
Our cemetery and memorial grounds
As Shropshire's first crematorium, we've built our reputation on exceptional standards of care, and that same dedication extends to our cemetery. Set amid the natural beauty of the Shropshire countryside, Emstrey Cemetery is a peaceful and dignified place to plan a memorial and remember the people who matter most. We're here to honour your wishes, respect your beliefs and embrace your traditions, so that everyone in our community feels genuinely welcomed and understood.
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Burial plots at Emstrey Cemetery
Many of our graves can be reserved in advance, giving families the comfort of knowing loved ones can be laid to rest together. If you would like to find out more about burial plots at Emstrey Cemetery, our dedicated team is here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Our grave options
Ashes plot
An ashes plot provides a dedicated and dignified space to lay the ashes, within a peaceful lawn setting. A headstone can be added to create a permanent and personal place of remembrance.
Memorials at Emstrey Cemetery
A memorial is a lasting place to pause, reflect and remember, and it should feel as unique as the person it honours. Our memorial specialists will talk you through the options, from traditional headstones and kerb sets to fully bespoke tributes, so that you can find something that feels right.
Memorials can also be pre-purchased, giving you peace of mind that your wishes will be met, while taking the emotional and financial pressure off your loved ones.
A chapel for all faiths and beliefs
Our spacious chapel at Emstrey Cemetery features wonderful architecture that brings warmth and character to every funeral or memorial service. Seating 102 guests over two levels, there is room for an additional 40 to stand. For larger services, we can accommodate further guests in our covered outdoor areas, which are equipped with speakers. A modern sound system is available to play music of your choice, or we have space for singers and musicians.
Our chapel and facilities
Chapel capacity
- 102 seated guests
- 30 standing guests
- Additional space for larger services
Audiovisuals
- Music system
- Screens for visual tributes
- Webcasting option
Parking
- 133 standard spaces
- Coach parking available
Facilities
- Waiting room with drinks available
- Accessible toilets
- Baby changing facilities
Memorials
- Range of memorial options
- Book of remembrance
We're here to support you
Whether you're arranging a burial or memorial in Shrewsbury or nearby areas such as Telford, Oswestry or Ludlow, our compassionate team is here for you. We work closely with funeral directors, faith leaders and communities across Shropshire, and we're dedicated to helping you create a meaningful place of remembrance.
Call us to arrange a private appointment with our memorial specialist, where you can tour the grounds and explore the options in your own time.
Visiting us
If you would like to talk about arranging a burial or memorial, please call us to arrange an appointment. We welcome every visitor.
- London Road , Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6PS
- 01743 237900
Office Opening Hours
Monday-Friday: 9am-4:30pm
Grounds Opening Hours
April-October: 8:30am-8pm October-March: 8:30am-5pm
Book of Remembrance Hours
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm
Contact Emstrey Cemetery
- London Road , Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6PS
- 01743 237900
General enquiries
emstrey.crematorium@thecmg.co.ukMemorial enquiries
emstrey.memorialoffice@thecmg.co.uk
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Emstrey Crematorium & Cemetery
Emstrey Cemetery is located on the same site as Emstrey Crematorium & Cemetery, offering families the convenience of both burial and cremation services in one place.
What families say about us
Rated 3.77 / 5 based on 26 reviews.
Rated 5/5
Lovely little crematorium. Lots of parking and a friendly feel
Julian Dyer, 19 December 2025
Rated 1/5
Frankly I am appalled. I have a number of relatives whose ashes have been scattered here beneath memorial roses over the last 50 years. The information provided about their whereabouts has been disgraceful. Staff have been rude, insensitive in the extreme and generally disinterested in helping us to locate them, information which should be at their fingertips.
The garden of remembrance is poorly organised and poorly maintained.
It IS a peaceful place and one understands that it has to be at very least cost neutral but, if you go into the business of curating mortal remains, in whatever form, compassion and respect need to be paramount. Unfortunately neither of these qualities are in any way evident.
If I could dig my grandparents, aunts and uncles up and move them I most certainly would.
yaboouk, 1 July 2025
Rated 5/5
Grounds are lovely... very peaceful setting
Trish Smith, 9 April 2025