Crescent Funeral Services

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Compassionate funeral arranging services from a family-owned independent funeral directors in Taunton, Somerset.

Latest Verified Reviews

Nicola Brinkman 19th Aug 2024

Thank you to James, Simon and the rest of the staff at Crescent Funeral Services for all your support, guidance and kindness with myself and family. The funeral service was more than I could have hoped for and James and Emma Britton made this possible. You made a difficult time much easier and we will forever be thankful to you all. 

Ian Taylor 17th Aug 2024

Really professional and superbly organised

Joanna Dawes 7th Aug 2024

We had excellent service from the time we arrived at The Crescent . James greeted us in a very professional manner and made us feel welcome and at ease.  As it was the first time we had arranged a funeral and found it quite daunting, James explained everything in detail and recommended the celebrant Emma Britton. Emma wrote the eulogy on our behalf and she was outstanding. On the day of the funeral, we arrived at the crematorium and were guided again by James and Emma . They went above and beyond to ensure we had my father's funeral conducted meticulously. 

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

The Old Coach House
Crescent Park
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4ED

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

About Us

Crescent Funeral Services is a family-owned independent funeral directors in Taunton, offering a compassionate and personal service to bereaved families in Taunton and the surrounding areas.

With 20 years’ experience in the funeral profession, Simon Helliar-Moore and his team have the expertise to guide you through every step of arranging a funeral. Their bespoke and inclusive service options allow you to say goodbye in the way that’s right for you and your loved one.

The premises in Taunton town centre are close to the registry office and hospital, with a tastefully decorated arrangement suite and a peaceful chapel of rest where you can say goodbye to your loved one. The funeral home is disability friendly with complimentary parking. The team at Crescent Funeral Services can also make arrangements with you from the comfort of your home.

Promising transparent pricing and a considerate, caring service, Crescent Funeral Services is open Monday to Friday, with a 24-hour service. It is a member of the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors.

Call Crescent Funeral Services now to learn more about the services they offer and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Nicola Brinkman 19th Aug 2024

    Thank you to James, Simon and the rest of the staff at Crescent Funeral Services for all your support, guidance and kindness with myself and family.

    The funeral service was more than I could have hoped for and James and Emma Britton made this possible.

    You made a difficult time much easier and we will forever be thankful to you all. 

  • 5 Ian Taylor 17th Aug 2024

    Really professional and superbly organised

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Ian, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. We wish you happy memories into the future
  • 5 Joanna Dawes 7th Aug 2024

    We had excellent service from the time we arrived at The Crescent . James greeted us in a very professional manner and made us feel welcome and at ease. 
    As it was the first time we had arranged a funeral and found it quite daunting, James explained everything in detail and recommended the celebrant Emma Britton. Emma wrote the eulogy on our behalf and she was outstanding. On the day of the funeral, we arrived at the crematorium and were guided again by James and Emma . They went above and beyond to ensure we had my father's funeral conducted meticulously. 

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Joanna, Thank you so much for your kind words and taking the time to share your thought on our services. It was our privilege to care for your dear dad. We wish you many happy memories
  • 5 Amanda Deverill 3rd Aug 2024

    Once again we received such love and care from the team at crescent funeral services whilst we were grieving for our loved one. Simon and his team go above and beyond and nothing is to much trouble for them ❤️

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Amanda,

    Thank you so much for your kind words and for allowing us to care for your family. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories.
  • 5 Thomas Swain 26th Jul 2024

    Nothing but kind and helpful in the lead up, on the day and after the funeral.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Thank yuo for your kind words and for allowing us to care for your dad and for you and your family. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories.
  • 5 Steve Savory 12th Jul 2024

    Crescent Funeral Services were excellent. Supportive, good advice and compassionate. They were very efficient and effective.

    Robert Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Brian. Thank you for your kind words. It was a privilege to support you and your family at a difficult time. Kind regards. Robert 
  • 5 Peter Chaffey 22nd Jun 2024

    Simon & his team were very caring and professional I would highly recommend their services

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Peter, Thank you for your kind words and for allowing us to care for your dear mum. We wish you many happy memories into the future.
  • 5 Angela May 18th Jun 2024

    From day one we met James who made us feel very comfortable making arrangements for my mothers funeral. Nothing was too much trouble and even arranged for flowers in the shape of an irish setter. On the day the staff were all fantastic and the Celebrant had a clear voice and came over perfectly.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Angela, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. We wish you many happy memories to sustain you in the time ahead
  • 5 Jo Scranage 16th Jun 2024

    From our initial call to inform CFS of our lovely Dad's death until his 'celebration of life' funeral, we could not have asked for more from Simon & his staff.. empathy & compassion along with a few laughs to lighten the mood & with an infinite an attention to detail. Nothing was too much trouble & I wouldn't hesitate to recommend CFS to provide the best possible service at such difficult times.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Joanna, Thank you for allowing us to care for you and your family and for your dear dad. We are pleased to learn that we were able to meet your needs and that our services were just as you would have wished. We wish you many years of wonderful memories.
  • 5 Cris Lovett 9th Jun 2024

    Simon , Robert , James and the team are just the most caring and supportive people at a sad time, They took care of my mum and supported my wife and I through a difficult time. From James taking the first call from me on the Death of my mum through to the cremation and after I could not ask for a more caring , professional supportive team.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Cris, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services and for allowing us to care for your mum. We wish you happy memories into the future.
  • 5 Matthew Hannon 3rd Jun 2024

    Simon and his team were absolutely first rate in sorting out every single detail of my mother's funeral for us, and I really could not have asked for better. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Emma Britton, the celebrant was equally excellent. Finally, because these things matter to me, the Daimler looked fantastic.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Matt and Chris, Thank you for your kind comments on our services and for allowing us to care for you all during this time. We wish you many happy memories of your beloved mum..... And the Daimler!
  • 5 Sally Traynor 20th May 2024

    The Crescent Funeral Services were excellent, professional, nothing was to much trouble, they sorted everything and made a very sad and upsetting time go smoothly with compassion. I would recommend them 100%. Thank you for everything.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Sally, Thank you for your kindness and for sharing your thoughts on our services. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories to sustain you.
  • 5 Jason Routley 3rd May 2024

    Having James and the team look after our dearest mum, nan through this difficult time has made loosing someone so special to many people a little easier.
    Thank you all for support, empathy, guidance and kindness throughout but most of all thank you for taking care of Mum, Nan.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Jason, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. It has been our privilege to walk alongside you and your family during this difficult time. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories
  • 5 Dawn Sherwood 18th Apr 2024

    Couldn’t do enough for my family. Lovely staff and Simon was amazing x

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Dawn and Wayne, Thank you so very much for your kind words and for allowing us to care for Kai, we wish you many years of happy memories to get you through the tough days ahead.
  • 5 Terri Allan 15th Apr 2024

    our funeral directorJames was incredible, he made a day that is difficult run so smoothly, making us feel at ease, they organised everything with such profession

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Terri, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your thoughts. I am so pleased that our servcies met with your approval. We wish you many happy memories in the time ahead
  • 5 David Inchley 13th Apr 2024

    Mum all was wanted crescent funeral service to do her funeral, as Simon did such a excellent job of doing dad's 14 years ago. And did an excellent funeral for mum. D. Inchley

  • 5 Sally Cobley 12th Apr 2024

    Simon and his colleagues have been so kind during this sad time. Quietly professional, very approachable, Simon has helped with all our requests and queries and made us feel very much at ease. Thank you so much....S,D and R

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Thank you so very much for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services Sally, we are so very grateful to know that we met your needs. We all wish you and the family a lifetime of happy memories.
  • 5 Vince Massey 8th Apr 2024

    From the moment I walked through the doors, I felt comfortable and at ease.
    I was met by Simon first he gave me the confidence to relax and let the pressure of what to do next disappear. He explained every thing that needed to be done in a kind and way and, an understanding way. I felt that nothing was too much trouble and nothing was, I also met James, kind and understanding, putting me at ease when I got a little confused, he sorted out my problems, again taking pressure of me. I only met Robert once, when I delivered photos, again warm and friendly. I never met Rebecca, only ever heard the sound of her voice, confidant and reassuring. Our driver to the Crematorium, Jason, was excellent, greeting us calmly at the pickup and afterwards nothing was too much trouble to return us home.
    Excellent team work throughout, they did my sister and me proud.  

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Vince, Thank you for your kind comments and for acknowledging the team in your thoughts on our services. We wish you a lifetime of happy memories to sustain you through the coming months.
  • 5 Tim Bartram 23rd Mar 2024

    Polite , prompt and professional 

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Tim, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. We wish you many years of wonderful memories
  • 5 Alan Wright 19th Mar 2024

    A caring service from everyone who dealt with me, and helpful at all times. Thank you.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Alan, Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and I am so pleased that our services have met with your aproval. We wish you many happy memories.
  • 5 John Fewings 12th Mar 2024

    We were extremely impressed with the service you provided from start to finish. Your representative James Chorley was highly professional and showed great sensitivity and empathy. We would definitely recommend your services, Thank you again,
    Yours sincerely,
    John Fewings

    James Chorley replied
    Dear John, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your thoughts. It has been our privilege to have cared for your father and we wish you all a lifetime of tressured memories.
  • 5 Julie Drewitt 8th Mar 2024

    Simon and his team were amazing, very supportive. Would highly recommend there services. Thank you 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Julie,
    Thank you for your kind words, it was a privilege to walk alongside you and to have met Jan. We wish you many happy memories to sustain you
  • 5 Lynn Norris 4th Mar 2024

    From our first meeting with Simon, we knew that my dad was in safe hands and that we would be looked after. We were listened to and cared for.  The team were patient with me when I wanted to see the order of service and were prompt in getting back to me. The  service itself honoured my dad. 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Lynn, Thank You for all your kindness in sending a review of our services and for the lovely words given to the team. We are pleased to learn that we were able to meet your needs and that this sad day is one you can look back on with grateful memory.
  • 5 Kate Stanton 28th Feb 2024

    Simon and his team have given us great support and service.  They treated us as individuals and worked with us to support our wishes for mum and always with respect.  The service we had was everything we wanted it to be for mum.  We would highly recommend them.  Thank you.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Kate, Alix, Tom and Will, Thank you for taking the time to review our services and for allowing us to walk alongside you at this time. We all wish you many happy memories of your dear mum.
  • 5 Kate Pope 23rd Feb 2024

    Brilliant went excellent
    Looked after
    Everything we wanted done 100% we will be going there when are time comes .
    Thankyou fro me and my dad rip

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Kate, thank you for your kind comments on our services. We wish you many years of wonderful memories 

Address
The Old Coach House
Crescent Park
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 4ED

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Nicola Brinkman 19th Aug 2024

Thank you to James, Simon and the rest of the staff at Crescent Funeral Services for all your support, guidance and kindness with myself and family. The funeral service was more than I could have hoped for and James and Emma Britton made this possible. You made a difficult time much easier and we will forever be thankful to you all. 

Ian Taylor 17th Aug 2024

Really professional and superbly organised

Joanna Dawes 7th Aug 2024

We had excellent service from the time we arrived at The Crescent . James greeted us in a very professional manner and made us feel welcome and at ease.  As it was the first time we had arranged a funeral and found it quite daunting, James explained everything in detail and recommended the celebrant Emma Britton. Emma wrote the eulogy on our behalf and she was outstanding. On the day of the funeral, we arrived at the crematorium and were guided again by James and Emma . They went above and beyond to ensure we had my father's funeral conducted meticulously. 

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