Funeral Costs in Cumberland 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 16 funeral directors in Cumberland, NORTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

16 Funeral Directors
£2,145 Avg Cremation
£1,282 Avg Burial

Cumberland Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

4 independent funeral directors
16 chain branches (80%)

Largest provider: The Co-operative Funeralcare (5 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £1,695 - £2,695

A £1,000 price spread (59% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Good coverage: 16 of 20 local funeral directors verified (80%)

Average Funeral Costs in Cumberland

Attended Cremation

£2,145

Range: £1,695 - £2,695

Based on 16 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,593

Range: £1,375 - £2,370

Based on 16 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,282

Range: £825 - £1,700

Based on 16 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 Cumberland

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Adams Read & Hocking Funeral Directors, Cleator (Adams Read & Hocking Funeral Directors) Cleator £2,275 £1,650 £990
Co-op Funeralcare, Carlisle (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Carlisle £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Etterby Street (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Carlisle £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Maryport (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Carlisle £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Whitehaven (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Whitehaven £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Workington (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Workington £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
D C Studholme Funeral Directors Wigton £1,885 £1,600 £850
Dawn Evans Funeral Directors Carlisle £1,845 £1,375 £850
Eaves Funeral Service Ltd (Funeral Partners Limited) Cumbria £2,695 £2,370 £1,700
Final Journey Funeral Directors Carlisle £1,695 £1,595 £825
Ian Blair Undertaker Brampton £1,950 £1,595 £995
Ian Blair Undertaker, Falkins Hill (Ian Blair Undertaker) Brampton £1,850 £1,995 £995
Michael Walsh Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Carlisle £1,995 £1,495 £1,495
Michael Walsh Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Carlisle £1,995 £1,495 £1,495
Walkers Funeral Directors, Carlisle (Dignity Funerals Limited) Carlisle £2,195 £1,545 £1,545
Walkers Funeral Directors, Carlisle (Dignity Funerals Limited) Carlisle £2,195 £1,545 £1,545

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average cost of a funeral in Cumberland?

Based on our analysis of 16 funeral directors in Cumberland, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,145. This is the funeral director professional fee only and does not include crematorium fees, burial fees, doctor's 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 Cumberland?

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.

What costs are NOT included in the Cumberland 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), Doctor's fees for cremation certificates (£164), Celebrant or religious minister fees (£150-£300), Flowers, catering, memorial stones, newspaper notices, or additional vehicles.

What is the price range for funerals in Cumberland?

For attended cremation funerals in Cumberland, funeral director fees range from £1,695 (lowest) to £2,695 (highest) based on our analysis of 16 funeral directors. The wide range reflects differences in service levels, coffin quality, and included extras. Always request a detailed price breakdown to understand what each funeral director includes.

How many funeral directors are there in Cumberland?

Our database includes 16 funeral directors serving Cumberland 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 Cumberland?

When choosing a funeral director in Cumberland, 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) Professional accreditation (NAFD, SAIF, or independent). 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 Cumberland.

How often are Cumberland funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Cumberland 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.

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