Independent, transparent pricing from 7 funeral directors in Forest of Dean, SOUTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.
Moderate choice
5 independent funeral directors
9 chain branches (64%)
Largest provider: Philip Blatchly and Son (Funeral Directors) Limited (4 branches)
Wide pricing gap
Price range: £1,414 - £2,860
A £1,446 price spread (102.3% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers
✓ Developing coverage: 7 of 14 local funeral directors verified (50%)
Range: £1,414 - £2,860
Based on 7 funeral directors
Range: £1,595 - £1,790
Based on 6 funeral directors
Range: £1,374 - £1,640
Based on 6 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 Director | Location | Attended Cremation | Unattended Cremation | Attended Burial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collier & Brain Funeral Directors | Drybrook | £2,620 | £1,635 | £1,515 |
| Ernest Heal & Sons | Coleford | £2,860 | £1,790 | £1,640 |
| Gordon Blake Funeral Director | Lydney | £2,860 | £1,790 | £1,640 |
| Gordon Blake Funeral Director, Cinderford (Gordon Blake Funeral Director) | Cinderford | £2,620 | £1,635 | £1,515 |
| Gordon Blake Funeral Directors | Cinderford, | £2,860 | £1,790 | £1,640 |
| Philip Blatchly and Son (Funeral Directors) Limited | Lydney | £1,414 | N/A | N/A |
| Smiths Funeral Services of Newent (Goodwins Funeral Directors) | Gloucester | £2,500 | £1,595 | £1,375 |
All prices are published by funeral directors in compliance with CMA regulations. Last updated: April 2026.
Based on our analysis of 7 funeral directors in Forest of Dean, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,533. 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.
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.
Our database includes 7 funeral directors serving Forest of Dean 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.
When choosing a funeral director in Forest of Dean, 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.
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 Forest of Dean.
We update our funeral pricing data for Forest of Dean 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.
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.
Funeral director fees range from £1,414 (lowest) to £2,860 (highest) based on 7 funeral directors in Forest of Dean. 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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