Crescent Funeral Services

363 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Jan Wilson 26th Jul 2023

Very professional: service was sympathetic and compassionate. All went seamlessly.

Irene Marney 17th Jul 2023

I can't thank James and everyone at the Crescent for their care and excellent service. I would highly recommend them.

Frank Bray 15th Jul 2023

Very pleased with the service it all went very smoothly,  We are very fortunate to have such experienced undertakers in Taunton. 

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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.

Latest Obituaries

Katherine   Anne Hopkins

Katherine Anne Hopkins

May 1922 - Mar 2024

Beryl    Knox OBE

Beryl Knox OBE

Mar 2024

Hannah   Ware (Moss)

Hannah Ware (Moss)

Mar 2024 - Feb 1982

Esther Bridget   Page

Esther Bridget Page

Apr 1942 - Mar 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Jan Wilson 26th Jul 2023

    Very professional: service was sympathetic and compassionate. All went seamlessly.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Jan,
    Thank you so much for your kind words and for allowing us to care for you and your family during this time. It was our privilege to carry out the arrangments and we wish you comfort and peace in the time ahead.
  • 5 Irene Marney 17th Jul 2023

    I can't thank James and everyone at the Crescent for their care and excellent service. I would highly recommend them.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Irene, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. I am pleased that our services met with your aproval. We wish you a lifetime of tressured memories
  • 5 Frank Bray 15th Jul 2023

    Very pleased with the service it all went very smoothly, 
    We are very fortunate to have such experienced undertakers in Taunton. 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Frank, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for allowing us to care for Stephen and those closest to him. We wish you a lifetime of memories
  • 5 Michael Palmer 14th Jul 2023

    Absolutely brilliant in such sad times. Very understanding and nothing is to much trouble 
    Thank you to Simon and Robert

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Mike and family, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, we are so grateful to have been able to look after you and your dad, having cared for your mum previously. We wish you good memories to sustain you in the coming months.
  • 5 Andrea Burston 8th Jul 2023

    James was excellent, very attentive and understanding.  Sympathetic and kind. Would definitely recommend.  Thank you.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Andrea,

    Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories
  • 5 Victoria Barrington 23rd Jun 2023

    I would like to thank all the staff at crescent funeral service for all there help with my dad's funeral. Every member of staff I dealt with were extremely helpful, kind and respectful during a very difficult time. Office staff were very quick to respond to calls and emails and took the time to answer any questions or explain any details to me. On the day of the funeral all staff were very helpful and professional. My dad was not the smallest of men but was treated with upmost respect I cannot thank all the staff enough for all the help and support I received.

    Rebecca Gridley replied
    Dear Vicki, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our service and your kind words. we wish you a lifetime of treasured, happy memories.
  • 5 Kate Brocklehurst 12th Jun 2023

    From the first time I met Simon shortly after my mother’s death I felt we were in safe hands.  He was understanding, kind and so helpful.  Simon and his team made everything easy for us, nothing was too much trouble   They ensured we had absolutely the funeral we wanted for our mother.  The care they gave was dignified and warm.  The day of the funeral it all went without a hitch, we were delighted and we really could not have had a better team helping us to make that final farewell.  Simon and his team care of everything from flowers to order of service to newspaper announcements.  Truly they were wonderful and we couldn’t recommend them highly enough.  

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Kate, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and for the kind comments on our services. We are so grateful to you for allowing others to see how we could help them through their funeral arrangements. It was such a privilege to walk alongside you at this time ad we wish you and the family many happy memories into the future of your mother.
  • 5 Mark Hemsley 10th Jun 2023

    Having used CFS for both our Mum's and Dad's funeral, I have nothing but positive feedback for Simon and his whole staff team.
    They managed to be both highly professional and personal at the same time, leading to a most dignified of funerals.
    From the first contact through to the collection of ashes, the whole family felt supported, listened too and cared for. At such a difficult period, this was so very reassuring and much needed.
    We never felt rushed in making any decisions and the advice and direction offered was most welcome. The level of flexibility was wonderful, having the offer to visit Dad when we needed to was wonderful.
    Despite understanding how much work is involved in collecting Dad, caring for him and preparing him for the funeral, none of the family felt any of those pressures leaving us to focus on grieving and making our own peraonl arrangements to celebrate his life.
    The whole process was carried out with utter dignity and respect from the way in which we were spoken to, the level of clear communication, the presentation and behaviour of Simon and his team of hearse drivers and pall bearers at the funeral and to the follow up.
    I cannot recommend Simon and his team highly enough. A most trustworthy and professional team. Thank you

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Mark, words cannot express the gratitude for your kind words. We are all truly overwhelmed by your comments. I am so pleased to have met your needs and to have been there to walk alongside you during the sad loss of your father. My team and I wish you many years of wonderful memories to sustain you. 
  • 5 Kate Hewitt 6th Jun 2023

    Simon , Robert and the whole team at CFS are the most professional , knowledgeable and caring group of people I know in the trade. I would not have trusted or wanted anyone else to look after my dear husband. 

    My husband sadly died from an infection that necessitated his remains to be processed in a very specific way in accordance to public heath England guidelines. This process was clearly explained in a kind and compassionate way. 

    I’m despite of being thousands of miles away on holiday, Simon continued to check that we were ok and being looked after in his absence. If this is not dedication I don’t know what is. 

    Roberts creativity when it came to the order of service , was just breath taking. 

    Nothing was too much trouble , it was a complex service with Tractors, Lorries and a custom made hearse. Simon took all this and the co-ordination of the vehicles in his stride. I did not have to worry about anything. 

    In terms of florists CFS use an independent man Grayden. His floral arrangements are amazing. I also had arrangements delivered and made by relatives, CFS had no issues with this and worked with them as well as his own florist. 

    We had a bespoke coffin for my husband , CFS helped arrange this and allowed me to be as creative as I liked. The final product was amazing . 

    Simon knew my husband and I know that David would not have wanted anyone else looking after him. David's death was sudden and left everyone in shock. I know that Simon would have found some aspects of my husbands care very difficult. He remained composed , but equally showed a level of personal emotion that was extremely comforting. 

    Words can never express how pleased I have been with CFS. 

    Thank you 🙏 for making a very difficult time that bit more bearable . 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Kate, Thank you for your kind words, we cannot express our gratitude for your trust in us o provide services to your famiyl and for Dave. We really do take your words to heart and the whole team are overwhelmed to know we helped in a way both you and Dave would have wished. We wish you and Henry and the entire family lifelong wonderful memories to sustain you in the coming years.
  • 5 Emma Puttock 5th Jun 2023

    Simon and his team have given far over and above what I was expecting. Their exemplary attention to detail, together with outstanding compassion and sensitivity has made the upset of having to arrange a funeral so much easier to bear. I cannot rate Crescent Funeral Services highly enough. They are in a gold standard league of their own 🌟

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Emma, Thank you so very much for your kind words, it is reassuring to learn that we have met with your needs and that we provided our services in a way tha you approved of. Thank you so very much for taking the time to share your thoughts and we all wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories to sustain you.
  • 5 Linda Parkman 27th May 2023

    I cannot thank Robert and Simon enough for their care for Laura . Everyone kind and compassionate. Nothing to much trouble. First class . Thank you again . 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Linda, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and for the kindness shown in your comments. We wish you a lifetime of happy memories to sustain your family.
  • 5 Margaret Drummond 14th May 2023

    What can we say? Everything from the first meeting with the family to the funeral service was perfect. Simon, James and the team were always there to answer any questions and attend to every detail of the Order of Service. Beverley, the Celebrant, helped us condense Mum's vast array of memories into a sentimental but uplifting picture of a very long, full life of almost 100 years. Every detail of our wishes were carried out in a slick professional manner. Mum would have been very proud, especially to know the bagpiper escorted her all the way. What a send off! Well done team!

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thought on our services, we are grateful to know we have met with your wishes and thankful to have given you speical memories of your special farewell for your beloved mum and wish you a lifetime of happy memories to treasure.
  • 5 Lindsay Liddel 11th May 2023

    Simon and his team were wonderful, caring and compassionate. I've never had to arrange a funeral before, they were very supportive and helped me through this difficult time. The flowers were beautiful as was the service. I was recommended them and would recommend them to others.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear lindsay Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services, we are pleased to learn we were able to guide you in a way that was helpful and support you through this very difficult time for you and the family. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories of Darren
  • 5 Philip Peppard 28th Apr 2023

    Caring and compassionate throughout, excellent attention to detail and happily carried out the family’s wishes - nothing was too much trouble. 
    Thank you Simon and the team.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Phil and Jane, I would like to thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services and for allowing us to take care of your much loved mum. We are please we were able to meet your needs and we wish you all a lifetime of beautiful memories.
  • 5 Peter Fisher 24th Apr 2023

    Simon and his team gave excellent service. They covered every aspect in a very caring way from start to finish.
    A very professional and caring team
    Thank you in our time of need. Peter and John Fisher.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Peter and John, Thank you for your kindness and for taking the time to share your thoughts. It was an honour to walk alongside you through thte arrangements for your dear mum's funeral. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories.
  • 5 Eve Thresher 3rd Apr 2023

    Hi lovely people ....what can I say other than ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL, I have never met such kind caring people in all my life, just a shame its under such sad circumstances. I cannot fault anything you did or said. You treated MY MARTIN so lovingly and made him look so handsome and peaceful. I am sad I cannot see him any more but know he was in such wonderful hands for the time he spent in your Parlour and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you did for both of us. God bless you all. Love Eve xxxxx and Martin xxxx

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Eve, we are truly grateful to you for the kind and affectionate review of our services. We are so happy to learn that our services to you and to Martin have met with your approval and that you were able to look back and reflect on a wonderful celebration of Martin’s life. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories 
  • 5 Janet Holt 31st Mar 2023

    Crescent are kind, organised and very supportive. Their chosen celebrant and florist were amazing. I would recommend the Crescent to anyone needing help with funeral arrangements. Simon is incredibly gentle, kind and very helpful. I dreaded the day of my mums funeral but on the day I actually enjoyed it. It was beautiful. Many thanks to Simon Helliar-Moore for the services he provided and for recommending the very excellent Pauline Marston as celebrant. 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Janet, Thank you so much for your kind review of our services and for the care you have taken to highlight some of the se services we were able to offer. We are heartened to learn that we were able to make a dreaded day more bearable and we are honoured to have been chosen to look after your much loved mum. We all wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories of happy days together.
  • 5 Ian Cullen 29th Mar 2023

    Very professional and friendly understanding staff highly recommend.

  • 5 Caroline Tucker 26th Mar 2023

    Simon and the team were amazing. They were so caring and compassionate, nothing was too much trouble and they made a difficult time so much easier to deal with. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend their services.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Caroline and Alan, Thank you so very much for your kind comments and for allowing us to care for yuor dear mum and walk alongside you all during this time. We wish you all happy memories to sustain you in the coming years.
  • 5 Sandra Cavill 21st Mar 2023

    Professional and respectful service that took a lot of worry away from us. Everything ran smoothly on the day and felt assured that we were in safe hands.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Sandra, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories.
  • 5 Ian Toop 20th Mar 2023

    Thanking the whole team for your professionalism and empathy during this very difficult time. We highly recommend your services.

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Jackie and family, thank you for allowing us to walk alongside you during the loss of your dearly loved mother. I know that you wil cherish your memoroies of Gala for many years to come. your kind comments mean a great deal to us all.
  • 5 Teresa Connah 16th Mar 2023

    Simon arranged my Dad’s funeral. Nothing was too much trouble and the personal attention to detail was first class. A massive thank you to you Simon and your team for giving Dad the send off he so deserved. You are all truly amazing, providing care, respect and compassion - The Crescent way to my family who required guidance and support at this very sad and difficult time. 

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Teresa, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and for allowing us to walk alongside you and your family. We appreciate that you have the choice of many Funeral Directors whom you work alongside and we are pleased we met your expectations. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories.
  • 5 Lisa Williams-Hunt 16th Mar 2023

    I can’t Thank James enough for the service provided for my Dads funeral.
    He’s very professional and on hand for any questions 

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Lisa, Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. It was our privilege to look the funeral arrangments for dad and we wish you a lifetime of happy memories .
  • 4 Ray Hall 3rd Mar 2023

    Crescent Funeral Service's were from the very start of collecting Marion from the Nursing Home showed care and compassion to all my family
    Their service was efficient and friendly and their professionalism ensured Marion had a dignified but friendly service. Our thanks to all who played a part.

    James Chorley replied
    Dear Ray, Thank you for your kind words taking the time to share your thoughts on our services. We wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories.
  • 5 Suzanne Moss 27th Feb 2023

    I can highly recommend Crescent Funeral Services, for their professionalism, kindness and individual service for my lovely mother. Thank you

    Simon Helliar-Moore replied
    Dear Suzanne,
    Thank you so very much for your kindness and for allowingus to care for your mother and walk alongside you at this time. We wish you a lifetime of beautiful 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

Jan Wilson 26th Jul 2023

Very professional: service was sympathetic and compassionate. All went seamlessly.

Irene Marney 17th Jul 2023

I can't thank James and everyone at the Crescent for their care and excellent service. I would highly recommend them.

Frank Bray 15th Jul 2023

Very pleased with the service it all went very smoothly,  We are very fortunate to have such experienced undertakers in Taunton. 

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