Funeral Costs in Lancaster 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 8 funeral directors in Lancaster, NORTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

8 Funeral Directors
£2,437 Avg Cremation
£1,409 Avg Burial

Lancaster Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

1 independent funeral directors
10 chain branches (91%)

Largest provider: Ascension & Cliff Small Funerals (4 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Some variation

Price range: £1,990 - £2,795

A £805 price spread (40.5% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Good coverage: 8 of 11 local funeral directors verified (73%)

Average Funeral Costs in Lancaster

Attended Cremation

£2,437

Range: £1,990 - £2,795

Based on 8 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,474

Range: £1,000 - £1,718

Based on 8 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,409

Range: £1,000 - £1,545

Based on 8 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 Lancaster

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Alex Willis Funeral Home Heysham £2,125 £1,718 £1,200
Ascension & Cliff Small Funerals, Bolton Le Sands (Ascension & Cliff Small Funerals) Bolton Le Sands £1,990 £1,000 £1,000
Co-op Funeralcare, Lancaster (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Lancaster £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Westgate, Morecambe (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Morecambe £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Preston Ireland Bowker Funeral Directors - Lancaster (Dignity Funerals Limited) Lancaster £2,795 £1,545 £1,545
Preston Ireland Bowker Funeral Directors - Lancaster (Dignity Funerals Limited) Lancaster £2,795 £1,545 £1,545
Preston Ireland Bowker Funeral Directors, Morecambe (Dignity Funerals Limited) Morecambe £2,595 £1,545 £1,545
Preston Ireland Bowker Funeral Directors, Morecambe (Dignity Funerals Limited) Morecambe £2,595 £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 Lancaster?

Based on our analysis of 8 funeral directors in Lancaster, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,437. 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 Lancaster?

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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

For attended cremation funerals in Lancaster, funeral director fees range from £1,990 (lowest) to £2,795 (highest) based on our analysis of 8 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 Lancaster?

Our database includes 8 funeral directors serving Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

When choosing a funeral director in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster.

How often are Lancaster funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Lancaster 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 Lancaster

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

Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium

Crematorium

Power House Lane , Lancaster, LA2 6AD, United Kingdom

Cremation (Attended): £1,230
Cremation (Unattended): £550

Lancaster Cemetery

Cemetery

Quernmore Road, Lancaster, LA1 3JT, United Kingdom

Burial: £882

Scotforth Cemetery

Cemetery

Ashford Road, Lancaster, LA1 5AD, United Kingdom

Burial: £721

Skerton Cemetery

Cemetery

Halton Road, Lancaster, LA1 2EG, United Kingdom

Burial: £721

💡 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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