Funeral Costs in Cheshire East 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 24 funeral directors in Cheshire East, NORTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

24 Funeral Directors
£2,441 Avg Cremation
£1,569 Avg Burial

Cheshire East Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

High competition

3 independent funeral directors
23 chain branches (88%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (8 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Some variation

Price range: £2,000 - £2,960

A £960 price spread (48% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 24 of 26 local funeral directors verified (92%)

Average Funeral Costs in Cheshire East

Attended Cremation

£2,441

Range: £2,000 - £2,960

Based on 24 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,624

Range: £1,395 - £2,011

Based on 23 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,569

Range: £1,445 - £1,946

Based on 21 funeral directors

Note: Prices shown are for the funeral director's professional services only. Additional costs such as crematorium/burial fees (typically £800-£1,000) and flowers are not included.

Funeral Directors in Cheshire East

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
A W Burrows & Son Nantwich £2,275 £1,395 £1,600
Brian Sharples & Son, Poynton (Brian Sharples & Son Ltd) Stockport £2,490 £2,011 £1,946
Co-op Funeralcare, Broken Cross (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Macclesfield £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Congleton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Congleton £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Handforth (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Handforth £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Macclesfield (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Macclesfield £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Middlewich Street Crewe (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Crewe £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Poynton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Poynton £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Dodgson's of Knutsford (Dodgson's & Bell Funeral Service) Knutsford £2,850 N/A N/A
Gavin Palin Independent Family Funeral Services Nantwich £2,400 £1,550 N/A
George Lightfoot Family Funeral Directors, Wimslow (George Lightfoot Family Funeral Directors) Wimslow £2,000 £1,537 £1,500
George Lightfoot Family Funeral Directors, Wimslow (George Lightfoot Family Funeral Directors) Wimslow £2,000 £1,537 N/A
Graham Tresidder & Son, Audlem (Graham Tresidder & Son) Audlem £2,425 £1,900 £1,525
Graham Tresidder & Son, Nantwich (Graham Tresidder & Son) Nantwich £2,425 £1,900 £1,525
Graham Tresidder & Son, Wistaston (Graham Tresidder & Son) Crewe £2,425 £1,900 £1,525
Griffiths & Booth Funeral Directors, Holmes Chapel (Dignity Funerals Limited) Holmes Chapel £2,495 £1,645 £1,645
Griffiths & Booth Funeral Directors, Holmes Chapel (Dignity Funerals Limited) Holmes Chapel £2,495 £1,645 £1,645
Griffiths & Booth Funeral Directors, Sandbach (Dignity Funerals Limited) Sandbach £2,495 £1,645 £1,645
Griffiths & Booth Funeral Directors, Sandbach (Dignity Funerals Limited) Sandbach £2,495 £1,645 £1,645
Hooley, Watson & Buckley Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Macclesfield £2,395 £1,545 £1,545
Hooley, Watson & Buckley Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Macclesfield £2,395 £1,545 £1,545
John Garside & Son Funeral Directors, Congleton (Dignity Funerals Limited) Congleton £2,495 £1,645 £1,645
John Garside & Son Funeral Directors, Congleton (Dignity Funerals Limited) Congleton £2,495 £1,645 £1,645
Joseph O'Connell Funeral Services Crewe £2,960 £1,995 £1,700

All prices are published by funeral directors in compliance with CMA regulations. Last updated: April 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of a funeral in Cheshire East?

Based on our analysis of 24 funeral directors in Cheshire East, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,441. This is the funeral director professional fee only and does not include crematorium fees, burial fees, or celebrant fees, which typically add £1,000-£3,000 to the total cost.

What's included in the funeral director fees shown for Cheshire East?

The prices shown are for funeral director professional services only. This typically includes: collection of the deceased, care of the deceased, provision of coffin, funeral arrangements meeting, hearse and bearers for the funeral service, and coordination with third parties. These are the fees charged by the funeral director for their services.

How many funeral directors are there in Cheshire East?

Our database includes 24 funeral directors serving Cheshire East with approved, CMA-regulated pricing. This gives bereaved families meaningful choice and the ability to compare costs and services. We only include funeral directors with published Standardised Price Lists to ensure transparency.

How do I choose a funeral director in Cheshire East?

When choosing a funeral director in Cheshire East, consider: (1) Price transparency - do they have a clear Standardised Price List? (2) Service reviews from previous families. (3) Location and availability. (4) Personal rapport - you should feel comfortable with them. (5) Always meet with them before committing and request a detailed written estimate.

What are CMA Standardised Price Lists?

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) requires all funeral directors to publish Standardised Price Lists showing their prices for common funeral services. This allows families to compare costs easily across different funeral directors. All prices on this page are sourced from these CMA-regulated price lists for funeral directors in Cheshire East.

How often are Cheshire East funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Cheshire East regularly from CMA Standardised Price Lists published by funeral directors. Prices shown are current as of February 2026. Funeral directors can update their prices at any time, so we recommend always requesting a written quotation before proceeding with arrangements.

What costs are NOT included in the Cheshire East funeral prices?

The prices shown do NOT include third-party costs (disbursements): Crematorium fee (typically £800-£1,000), Burial plot and interment fees (typically £1,500-£3,000), Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD) - free from GP/hospital doctor, Death certificates (£12.50 per certified copy from Death Registrar), Celebrant or religious minister fees (£200-£500+ depending on experience and location), Flowers, catering, memorial stones, newspaper notices, or additional vehicles.

What is the price range for funerals in Cheshire East?

Funeral director fees range from £2,000 (lowest) to £2,960 (highest) based on 24 funeral directors in Cheshire East. This variation is due to location and overheads, business model, and what's included in the price. A higher price doesn't necessarily mean better service, always compare what's included and read reviews to find the right funeral director for your family.

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