Crescent Funeral Services

363 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Brian Parish 12th Jan 2021

I was very impressed with this company when they managed everything so effectively and compassionately for my mum's funeral 2 years ago that I had no hesitation in calling on them again when the need arose. Once again everything was just as it should be. You only get one chance to get a funeral right and Simon understands how important it is.

Philip Aspinall 11th Jan 2021

At a time of such sadness Simon and Robert made this difficult time much easier. A professional yet personal experience. Thank you gents. Philip

Donna Lang 29th Dec 2020

I would highly recommend crescent funeral services.Simon and Robert were wonderful.they made the whole process less pain full .we were able to give my brother in law the funeral just the way he wanted .Emma Britton the celebrant who conducted the service put us all at ease at a very sad time . We cannot thank them enough.I would not hesitate to use the services in the future 

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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
Call: 01823 218160

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 Brian Parish 12th Jan 2021

    I was very impressed with this company when they managed everything so effectively and compassionately for my mum's funeral 2 years ago that I had no hesitation in calling on them again when the need arose. Once again everything was just as it should be. You only get one chance to get a funeral right and Simon understands how important it is.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Brian, Thank you for asking us to look after you and the family again and for you and the children we wish you a lifetime of happy memories. Your thoughts on our services are so greatly appreciated.
  • 5 Philip Aspinall 11th Jan 2021

    At a time of such sadness Simon and Robert made this difficult time much easier. A professional yet personal experience. Thank you gents. Philip

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Philip, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and for allowing us to care for you and the family during the sad passing of your Dad. we wish you a lifetime of happy memories.
  • 5 Donna Lang 29th Dec 2020

    I would highly recommend crescent funeral services.Simon and Robert were wonderful.they made the whole process less pain full .we were able to give my brother in law the funeral just the way he wanted .Emma Britton the celebrant who conducted the service put us all at ease at a very sad time . We cannot thank them enough.I would not hesitate to use the services in the future 

    Robert Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Donna, Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a real privilege to support you and your family at such a difficult time and wish you the very best for the future, filled with fond memories of Trevor.
  • 5 Tracey White 26th Dec 2020

    I have to say both Simon and Robert have shown our family such a dignified ,professional and caring attitude.From start to finish Crescent Funerals have thought about everything all the little things, they have taken away much stress and worry.Given that we are in a pandemic they have been so caring helping us and have indeed treated our family with the upmost respect during these crazy times. Simon and Robert you have such an amazing team of colleagues that work with you all of them bring a different thing to the table and it certainly makes Crescent Funerals stand out with pure goodness and professionalism all round.we thank you for everything and wouldn't use anybody else going forward ever again. There are other funeral services out there but then there is Crescent ! They to us stand out from all the rest !.
    Thank you Tracey and Jane .

    Robert Helliar-Moore replied
    Dearest Tracey and Jane, thank you so much for sharing your kind thoughts about our services, We ar all so pleased that we met your needs and that your dad's speical day was all you wished it could be. We are always so greatful when families take the time to write their comments, it really helps other families consider if we are right for them. We wish you both a lifetime of happy memories and thank you for allowing us to walk alongisde you at this most difficult time.
  • 4 Ian Phillips 20th Dec 2020

    The service provided by Simon and his team was unquestionably impressive. They attended to all the details of the funeral service, the arrangements with the cars, a beautiful floral tribute, faultless presentation of the Order of Service and guidance with the music with the utmost tact, sensitivity and compassion.
    The photographic tribute set to music was extremely moving, and the recommendation of Emma Britton as the celebrant was a perfect choice. Simon was able to think ahead at a time when we as a family could not, and very thoughtfully arranged for a chair to be provided for my father during the graveside commendation. The only blip concerned the access to the webcast during the ceremony itself, which meant that certain members of the family were unable to view the service as it was being live-streamed. In spite of that, I would have no hesitation whatsoever in wholeheartedly recommending Crescent Funeral Services.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Ian, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for your kind words about our services. We hope you and your family have a lifetime of wonderful memories of your dear mum.
  • 5 Kath Easthope 15th Dec 2020

    Simon and the team are incredible - warm, compassionate and with an attention to detail that gives you confidence from the moment you start the process of planning a funeral. We were so grateful for the level of support, as well as the advice and the focus on the finer details. We were able to say goodbye to Dad in the most special way possible, and that was in no small part down to the team at Crescent. Thank you for everything.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Kath, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. It was a great honour to walk alongisde your family through your bereavement and I am so happy to hear that we met expectations in the services we provided. We wish you all happy memories to sustain you in the coming years.
  • 5 Jo Courtney 4th Dec 2020

    We cannot thank Simon and his staff at Crescent Funeral Services enough for their compassion and organising everything in a respectful and dignified way as mum wanted.

    Thank you once again.
    Dan, Claire and Jo

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Thank you all for your kind words, it was our honour to walk alongside you on the loss of your dear mum. We are so humbled that we were able to meet with your mum's instructions and know how important it was for you to have her wishes carried out, just as she would have wanted. We wish you a lifetime of happy memories.
  • 5 Derren Burge 24th Nov 2020

    Having lost her long life husband and our wonderful dad we honestly couldn't of asked for anymore ..everything was perfect and most importantly mum was made to feel very relaxed with everything the service that we got from james ,simon ,Robert and Beverley was all we could have wished for just a perfect send off for Dennis and we all cant thank or recommend you enough.
    Thankyou all so much
    Derren Burge

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Derren, thank you for you kind review of our services. It was a privallige to have looked after Dennis who was loved by so many people. We wish you you many happy memories for the future.
  • 5 Louise Brown 23rd Nov 2020

    Robert, Simon and their team were just wonderful. So caring and understanding at such a difficult time. Nothing was too much trouble and they were all so very helpful. Their attention to detail was exceptional and they all looked so wonderfully smart on the day itself. Thank you for making what is a difficult time much easier to bare. 

    Robert Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Louise, thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It was an absolute privileged to look after you and your family at this difficult time and are so pleased that you felt that the service was a fitting tribute to your dear Nan. Please accept our very best wishes for the future, supported by your fond and happy memories.
  • 5 Fiona Binning 16th Nov 2020

    Simon was supportive and incredibly kind to me at a very difficult time after loosing my mum after a long illness. Nothing was too much trouble for him. I cannot thank Simon and his team enough.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Fiona, Thank you so much for your kind thoughts on the services we provided for you and your dear mum. We send all our best wishes to you and hope you have a lifetime of happy memories.
  • 5 Geoff Summers 15th Nov 2020

    My thanks to Simon, Emma and their team who helped my family through a very difficult time with emotional support and ensuring the day went without a hitch. 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Thank you so much Geoff, for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services to your family. All of the team and I are so happy to hear we met your needs and we wish you all brighter days in the future.
  • 5 David White 9th Nov 2020

    Simon was a pillar of support to us in our most difficult time of the sudden loss of our mother. He was sensitive and understanding, and helped make all the arrangements so we had less to worry about, including selecting a great celebrant to conduct the service. He attended to every small detail for us to ensure everything went smoothly.

    We are very grateful to him for the personal service he provided, and we would highly recommend Crescent Funeral Services to anyone in their time of need. Thank you Simon.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear David and family, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. We are so pleased to have met your expectations in the way we conducted the service for your dear Mum. it was lovely to hear her fabulous life story and to help to bring her story to those who gathered to say farewell. We wish you all a lifetime of happy memories to sustain you into the future.
  • 5 Vyv Lewis 30th Oct 2020

    This is the second time I have used Crescent Funeral Services, I highly recommend
    them, the whole experience from start to finish was absolutely Top Class, as a Company they really look after you with genuine compassion and care!!

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Vyv, Thank you so much for taking the time to write your thoughts. It is always our sade but grateful honour to care for a family and especially when we you entrust us for a second time to guide you thorugh a bereavement. I will pass your comments on to all the team and thank you once again, wishing you all brighter days to come
  • 5 Wendy Tippetts 24th Oct 2020

    Simon was very professional and compassionate throughout a difficult time. He carried out Alan's wishes to the letter. The funeral service conducted by Tim Hodge was intimate and personal despite restrictions caused by Covid. Thank you.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dearest Wendy, Thank you for your kind thoughts about the services we offered and for allowing us to care for Alan’s wishes. We wish you happy memories into the future of your wonderful husband 
  • 5 Lynn Morley 20th Oct 2020

    Extremely kind, courteous and understanding. Simon and his team made a dreadfully sad situation bearable and we as a family felt supported and cared for and nothing was too much trouble. 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Lynn, Polly and Belle, Thank you for your kind thoughts and for allowing us to care for you all throughout the arrangements for Kit. We wish you all a lifetime of wonderful memories to sustain you in the coming months.
  • 5 Jenny Hawker 12th Oct 2020

    Simon and his team made a very difficult time easier to deal with, taking care of everything. I am truly grateful for their great kindness and compassion shown to me and my late mother. Thank you Cresent you are well recommended. 

    Robert Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Jenny,

    Thank you for taking the time to review our services to you and thank you for allowing us to care for your mum. we wish you the happiest of memories into the future from us all
  • 5 Phillip Hiett 9th Oct 2020

    The funeral director Simon was efficient, caring and gave us advice and support when we needed it most at this very sad time.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Phillip and family, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for allowing us to care for your beloved mum. We wish you a lifetime of happy memories
  • 5 Lorraine Voss 12th Sep 2020

    I Highly recommend Cresent funeral services ,they go above and beyond expectations .. They were all wonderful every single person there ,they are so friendly, and do everything in their power to make the funeral service the way you wish can't thank them enough ..Lorraine Voss

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Lorraine, Thank you so much for your kind words. It was our privalige to assist you through this time and we wish you all the best for the future
  • 5 Cath Webber-Rookes 6th Sep 2020

    Fantastic service so caring and friendly . Nothing was too much trouble 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Thank you Cath for taking time to share your thoughts, so happy to have supported you all and wish you well 
  • 5 Paola Schmid 16th Aug 2020

    I can only praise the excellent care and attention to details that Crescent Funeral services gave me for the funeral of my husband Niklaus and the kindness shown during the difficult period of my loss.
    I  wholeheartedly recommend them. 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Paola, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services, we are so happy to have met your requirements and we feel honoured to have looked after your husband and to have made the arrangements for his Funeral. We wish you a lifetime of happy memories
  • 5 Michael Smith 16th Aug 2020

    Simon and the whole team were all so wonderful and so supportive during such a difficult time for my family. Every aspect of their service was extremely well organised, but done with such kindness and understanding - gently helping me every step of the way. Nothing was too much trouble. The funeral went so smoothly. Simon gave me a fantastic recommendation for a celebrant. However, the superb support continues after the actual funeral is over.
    I would thoroughly recommend Crescent Funeral Services

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Michael, With sincere thanks to you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services, We are so pleased to have met your needs and provided the service you wanted for your dear wife. We wish you a lifetime of happy memories
  • 5 Roger Cozens 5th Aug 2020

    Simon and his team took care of every detail of our dear mothers funeral with compassion and professionalism. The crematorium service, flowers and the printed order of service were lovely .Their charges were fair and transparent. They treated her with the utmost respect and us with care and compassion. In short, they treated us as if our beloved Mum was a member of their very own family. We were delighted with the service they provided and cannot recommend them highly enough
    June 2020

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Roger and family, Thank you so very much for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services, it is so humbling to hear that we were able to meet your expectations and that you felt that we dealt with everyhing as you would have wished. We pride ourselves on giving an individual and personal approach to our services.
    We wish you a lifetime of happy memories of your beloved mother.
  • 5 Kelly Davis 4th Aug 2020

    Crescent funeral services are outstanding and compassionate helping through every step .. thank you x

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Kelly, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, wishing you well and many happy memories of your beloved mum x
  • 5 Hermione Wood 24th Jul 2020

    The help and support they gave was outstanding. The flowers were absolutely beautiful which we chose from an excellent catalogue. The Service Sheet was of good thick card and very well laid out and printed with the photos provided very well reproduced. Nothing was too much trouble for their team and always on hand to advise. They took all the stress out of decision making and the arrangements..
    I can't recommend them highly enough.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Jane, thank you for you kind words and for taking the time to leave your thoughts. It was a privilege for us to support you through this time and look after your beloved sister.
  • 5 Laura Hayes 13th Jul 2020

    James & the team were fantastic. They made a horrible situation stress free and took care of absolutely everything. I can't recommend them highly enough.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Laura, thankyou for taking the time to leave your thoughts.
    It was a privelige for us to be able to asist you through this difficult time. We wish you many happy memories over the coming years. James

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

Brian Parish 12th Jan 2021

I was very impressed with this company when they managed everything so effectively and compassionately for my mum's funeral 2 years ago that I had no hesitation in calling on them again when the need arose. Once again everything was just as it should be. You only get one chance to get a funeral right and Simon understands how important it is.

Philip Aspinall 11th Jan 2021

At a time of such sadness Simon and Robert made this difficult time much easier. A professional yet personal experience. Thank you gents. Philip

Donna Lang 29th Dec 2020

I would highly recommend crescent funeral services.Simon and Robert were wonderful.they made the whole process less pain full .we were able to give my brother in law the funeral just the way he wanted .Emma Britton the celebrant who conducted the service put us all at ease at a very sad time . We cannot thank them enough.I would not hesitate to use the services in the future 

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