Funeral Costs in New Forest 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 10 funeral directors in New Forest, SOUTH EAST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

10 Funeral Directors
£2,648 Avg Cremation
£1,490 Avg Burial

New Forest Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

2 independent funeral directors
10 chain branches (83%)

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

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £2,350 - £3,895

A £1,545 price spread (65.7% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Good coverage: 10 of 12 local funeral directors verified (83%)

Average Funeral Costs in New Forest

Attended Cremation

£2,648

Range: £2,350 - £3,895

Based on 10 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,577

Range: £1,445 - £1,995

Based on 9 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,490

Range: £1,000 - £1,700

Based on 10 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 New Forest

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Beavis Funeralcare, Totton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Southampton £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Holbury (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Southampton £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, New Milton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) New Milton £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Parkstone (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Parkstone £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Ringwood (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Ringwood £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Moodys Funeral Directors, New Milton (Dignity Funerals Limited) New Milton £2,795 £1,645 £1,645
Moodys Funeral Directors, New Milton (Dignity Funerals Limited) New Milton £2,795 £1,645 £1,645
New Forest Funerals Fawley £2,565 N/A £1,000
W. Smith and Sons Ltd, Bournemouth (W. Smith and Sons Ltd.) Bournemouth £2,495 £1,685 £1,685
Waterside Funeral Home (Funeral Partners Limited) Southampton £3,895 £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 New Forest?

Based on our analysis of 10 funeral directors in New Forest, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,648. 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 New Forest?

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 New Forest?

Our database includes 10 funeral directors serving New Forest 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 New Forest?

When choosing a funeral director in New Forest, 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 New Forest.

How often are New Forest funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for New Forest 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 New Forest 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 New Forest?

Funeral director fees range from £2,350 (lowest) to £3,895 (highest) based on 10 funeral directors in New Forest. 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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