Our Funeral Costs
Exceptional Service and Attention to Detail
We pride ourselves on our exceptional service and attention to detail, however our high standards are not reflected in our fees as we are one of the more affordable Funeral Directors in the North East.
Every funeral we arrange is as individual as the life it reflects. We believe it is important that you feel informed, supported and in control when making decisions, including those relating to cost. With gentle guidance, we will help you create a meaningful farewell that is both appropriate and transparent in its pricing.
Funeral costs are typically made up of two parts. The first is our professional fees, which relate to the care, guidance and services we personally provide. The second is known as disbursements—these are third-party costs set by external providers, such as crematoria, cemeteries, or officiants. These fees are the same regardless of which funeral director you choose, ensuring consistency and fairness.
For guidance, our professional fees for a traditional funeral start from £2175. This figure includes the following:
Our professional services, encompassing all arrangements made on your behalf
Conveyance of your loved one into our care during normal working hours
Care and facilities provided until the day of the funeral
A dignified oak veneered coffin
A dedicated Funeral Director and professional team on the day
A traditional hearse
One seven-seater limousine for family members
In addition there are necessary third-party costs outlined below:
Cremation fee from £1051 (individual crematoria prices vary)
Burial fee from £1303 (individual burial location prices vary)
Grave purchase (individual burial location prices vary)
Officiant fee from £230 (minister, celebrant, or humanist)
For those who prefer a simple arrangement, a direct cremation (with no attendees or service) is available from £1,599. Even with this choice a hearse, funeral director and pall bearers are included, to maintain the same standards of dignity, care and respect throughout.
For full transparency, all of our professional fees are clearly outlined in our Standardised Price List. We are always here to explain any aspect in as much detail as you need, ensuring you feel fully supported and reassured in every decision you make.
Standardised Price List
All funeral directors are legally required to publish this price list for a standardised set of products and services. This is to help you think through your options and make choices.
Financial Support
At what can be a very difficult time, concerns about cost can understandably add to the weight of loss. The person arranging the funeral is usually responsible for the funeral account, however, depending on individual circumstances, financial assistance may be available through the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
While this support may not cover the full cost of a funeral, it can provide valuable help. If an application is successful, the DWP will typically contribute towards burial or cremation fees, along with up to £1,000 towards funeral director’s professional fees.
It is important to be aware that these payments are usually made after the funeral has taken place. With this in mind, we will always guide you gently through your options, helping you plan a meaningful and dignified farewell that remains within your means.
We have supported many families in similar situations and understand that a simple approach can often be the most heartfelt. Every funeral, regardless of cost, is carried out with the same care, respect and attention to detail.
For further information and to check eligibility, please visit the official government page:
Bereavement Support Payment
During a time of loss, it can be helpful to know what support may be available to you. Bereavement Support Payment is a government benefit designed to provide financial assistance following the death of a partner. This payment is not means-tested, meaning that your income or savings will not affect your eligibility.You may be entitled to Bereavement Support Payment if your husband, wife, or partner (including if you were living together as if married or in a civil partnership) has passed away within the last 21 months, was under State Pension age, and had paid at least 25 weeks of National Insurance contributions in a single tax year since April 1975.The support is made up of an initial lump sum, followed by up to 18 monthly payments, depending on your individual circumstances.For further guidance and the most up-to-date information, you can visit the official government page here:https://www.gov.uk/bereavement-support-payment