Funeral Costs in Doncaster 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 19 funeral directors in Doncaster, YORKSHIRE AND THE HUMBER. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

19 Funeral Directors
£2,511 Avg Cremation
£1,585 Avg Burial

Doncaster Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

High competition

2 independent funeral directors
26 chain branches (93%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (8 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £1,550 - £3,120

A £1,570 price spread (101.3% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Developing coverage: 19 of 28 local funeral directors verified (68%)

Average Funeral Costs in Doncaster

Attended Cremation

£2,511

Range: £1,550 - £3,120

Based on 19 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,636

Range: £1,250 - £2,445

Based on 19 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,585

Range: £1,250 - £1,995

Based on 19 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 Doncaster

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Alfred R W Connock & Son Funeral Directors, Shepton Mallet (Dignity Funerals Limited) Shepton Mallet £2,895 £1,645 £1,645
Bramleys Funeral Directors, Doncaster (Dignity Funerals Limited) Doncaster £2,795 £1,745 £1,745
Bramleys Funeral Directors, Doncaster (Dignity Funerals Limited) Doncaster £2,795 £1,745 £1,745
Charles Carpenter Funeral Services, Armthorpe (Beverley Funerals) Armthorpe £3,015 £2,445 £1,995
Co-op Funeralcare, Armthorpe (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Doncaster £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Carcroft (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Doncaster £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Doncaster (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Doncaster £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Mexborough (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Mexborough £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Rossington (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Doncaster £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Thorne (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Thorne £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Deys Family Funeral Care Ltd Doncaster £2,420 £1,250 £1,250
Deys Family Funeral Care Ltd, Armthorpe (Deys Family Funeral Care Ltd) Doncaster £1,550 £1,500 £1,500
J Steadman & Sons Funeral Directors, Doncaster (Dignity Funerals Limited) Doncaster £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
J Steadman & Sons Funeral Directors, Doncaster (Dignity Funerals Limited) Doncaster £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Jeremy Neal Funeral Directors, Clifton (Beverley Funerals) Rotherham £3,120 £1,920 £1,395
Newsome's, Mexborough (Dignity Funerals Limited) Mexborough £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Newsome's, Mexborough (Dignity Funerals Limited) Mexborough £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Ryans and Foy Doncaster £2,120 £1,995 £1,995
Ryans and Foy, Doncaster (Ryans and Foy) Doncaster £2,120 £1,995 £1,995

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 Doncaster?

Based on our analysis of 19 funeral directors in Doncaster, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,511. 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 Doncaster?

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 Doncaster 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 Doncaster?

For attended cremation funerals in Doncaster, funeral director fees range from £1,550 (lowest) to £3,120 (highest) based on our analysis of 19 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 Doncaster?

Our database includes 19 funeral directors serving Doncaster 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 Doncaster?

When choosing a funeral director in Doncaster, 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 Doncaster.

How often are Doncaster funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Doncaster 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.

Cemeteries & Crematoria in Doncaster

These are the cemetery and crematorium fees in addition to funeral director costs. Total funeral cost = Funeral Director + Facility Fee.

All Saints Anglican Cathedral Memorial Garden

Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN3 3AG

Arksey Cemetery

Cemetery

Arksey, Doncaster, DN5 0SD

Burial: £1,375

Arksey Old Cemetery

Cemetery

Arksey, Doncaster, DN5 0SD

Burial: £1,258

Askern Cemetery

Cemetery

Askern, Doncaster, DN6 0BZ

Burial: £1,258

Campsall Cemetery

Cemetery

Campsall, Doncaster, DN6 9DW

Burial: £1,258

Denaby Cemetery

Cemetery

Denaby, Doncaster, DN12 4AW

Burial: £1,258

Doncaster Old Cemetery

Cemetery

Doncaster, Doncaster, DN4 5AA

Burial: £1,258

Memoria Doncaster & South Yorkshire Memorial Park & Crematorium

Crematorium

Armthorpe Lane, Barnby Dun, Doncaster, DN143 1DL

Cremation (Attended): £999
Cremation (Unattended): £480

Mexborough Cemetery

Cemetery

Mexborough, Doncaster, S64 9PN

Burial: £1,258

Redhouse Cemetery

Cemetery

Adwick-Le-Street, Doncaster, DN6 7EA

Burial: £1,258

Rose Hill Cemetery

Cemetery

Cantley, Doncaster, DN4 6HE

Burial: £1,258

Rose Hill Crematorium

Crematorium

Cantley Lane, Cantley, Doncaster, DN4 6NE

Cremation (Attended): £996
Cremation (Unattended): £450

Showing 12 of 16 facilities in Doncaster

💡 Understanding Total Funeral Costs

The total cost of a funeral includes both the funeral director's fee (shown above) and the cemetery or crematorium fee. For example, if a funeral director charges £2,500 and a crematorium charges £850, the total cost would be £3,350.

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