Rated 5/5
We came to Houndwood Church and Crematorium on 7th August for our Uncle John's Celebrant service. It was organised by Keith Slater (of Seahouses). Everyone and everything was absolutely perfect.
Ian Sanderson, 8 August 2025
Houndwood Crematorium
Houndwood Church, Houndwood, Eyemouth, Berwickshire, TD14 5TP
Our crematorium and memorial grounds
Houndwood Church was built in the mid 1830s and held its first service in 1836, when it was known as Renton Chapel. Now a B-listed building, it was renovated and became Houndwood Crematorium in 2015. Set in the beautiful Berwickshire countryside, the crematorium features anItalianate tower and spacious chapel with traditional pews and tall arched windows. Please note that due to the age of our chapel which stands on a hill, the site may not be accessible to people with mobility issues.
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A chapel for all faiths and beliefs
Our traditional chapel at Houndwood Crematorium features large, arched windows that flood the space with natural light. There is seating for up to 120 family and friends, and for larger funeral services there is room for additional guests to stand. The chapel is equipped with modern facilities to help personalise the service, including a screen to display photos and music system to play music of your choice. We have space for singers and musicians too.
Our chapel and facilities
Chapel capacity
- 120 seated guests
- Additional standing room
Audiovisuals
- Music system
- Screens for visual tributes
- Webcasting option
Parking
- 30 spaces near the church and around the site
Facilities
- The chapel is over 180 years old and access may be difficult for people with mobility needs
Memorials
- Range of memorial options
- Book of Remembrance
A compassionate team to support you
If you need support to arrange a cremation in Eyemouth, or nearby areas such as Berwick-upon-Tweed, Coldstream or Duns, we work with local funeral directors, faith leaders and celebrants across Berwickshire. Houndwood Crematorium is equipped with a music system, screens for visual tributes and webcasting for those joining remotely. Please note that the chapel is over 180 years old and access may be difficult for those with mobility needs — we'd recommend calling ahead if this is a concern. If you'd like to arrange a tour, please call us.
Memorials at Houndwood Crematorium
We offer different ways to create a lasting tribute within our memorial grounds.
Our memorial specialists are here to help you find something that truly reflects your loved one, from a tree vault, bench or plaque to a dedication in our Book of Remembrance.
Contact us to arrange a tour and talk through the options.
Visiting us
If you would like to talk about planning a service or memorial, please call us to arrange an appointment. We welcome every visitor.
- Houndwood Church, Houndwood, Eyemouth, Berwickshire, TD14 5TP
- 01361 850313
Crematorium Office Opening Hours
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm, Last Saturday of each month: 9am-3pm
Crematorium Grounds Opening Hours
Monday-Sunday: 24/7
Book Of Remembrance Opening Hours
Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm, Last Saturday of each month: 9am-3pm
Our services
Cremation services at Houndwood Crematorium
We offer attended and unattended cremation services at Houndwood Crematorium
An attended cremation
Where family and friends come together for a funeral or memorial service in our chapel. You can personalise the service with music, readings and tributes. Loved ones will be able to spend a few moments with the coffin before leaving the chapel.
An attended direct cremation
This option enables families to attend the crematorium to see the coffin in the chapel. Although there is no funeral or memorial service, you can choose the music that is playing and will be able to spend a few moments with the coffin.
An unattended, direct cremation
A direct cremation means there is no funeral or memorial service in the chapel, and no mourners in attendance.
For more information about personalising a service, speak to your funeral director, or contact us.
Our fees
All cremation fees at Houndwood Crematorium include:
• The use of our chapel
• A single tribute photo displayed on screen throughout the service (not available for attended direct cremations)
• The use of our state-of-the-art media system to play music of your choice
• All services relating to the administration and registration of the cremation, in line with statutory regulation
• Certificate of cremation
• Provision of a container for the ashes
• The option to witness the scattering of the ashes within our Gardens of Remembrance, or preparation of the ashes for collection
Contact Houndwood Crematorium
- Houndwood Church, Houndwood, Eyemouth, Berwickshire, TD14 5TP
- 01361 850313
General enquiries
houndwood.crematorium@thecmg.co.uk
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What families say about us
Rated 4 / 5 based on 4 reviews.
Rated 5/5
James Henderson, 10 July 2022
Rated 5/5
Sandra the manager goes above and beyond her role in looking after Houndswood. She is professional, courteous, helpful and supportive with those attending funerals and Funeral Directors and Celebrants. She is an asset to Dignity.
Margery Bambrick, 20 May 2019