Funeral Costs in Northumberland 2026

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

10 Funeral Directors
£1,861 Avg Cremation
£1,514 Avg Burial

Northumberland Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

2 independent funeral directors
12 chain branches (86%)

Largest provider: The Co-operative Funeralcare (4 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Wide pricing gap

Price range: £1,159 - £2,340

A £1,181 price spread (101.9% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Good coverage: 10 of 14 local funeral directors verified (71%)

Average Funeral Costs in Northumberland

Attended Cremation

£1,861

Range: £1,159 - £2,340

Based on 10 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,544

Range: £1,440 - £1,880

Based on 8 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,514

Range: £945 - £2,335

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 Northumberland

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
A. J. Gascoigne & Son Funeral Directors Ashington £2,340 £1,600 £2,335
Co-op Funeralcare, Ashington (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Ashington £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Bedlington (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Bedlington £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Blyth (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Blyth £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Morpeth (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Morpeth £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Forget Me Not Funeral Services Blyth £1,543 £1,440 £945
John Grenfell & Son, Ashington (John Grenfell & Son) Ashington £1,159 N/A N/A
John Grenfell & Son, Morpeth (John Grenfell & Son) Morpeth £1,159 N/A N/A
Kevin Foster Funeral Services, Alnwick (Kevin Foster Funeral Services) Blyth £1,900 £1,880 £1,100
Richard Bird Funeral Services, Stakeford (Richard Bird Funeral Services) Choppington £1,310 £1,650 £1,950

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 Northumberland?

Based on our analysis of 10 funeral directors in Northumberland, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £1,861. 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 Northumberland?

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 Northumberland 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 Northumberland?

For attended cremation funerals in Northumberland, funeral director fees range from £1,159 (lowest) to £2,340 (highest) based on our analysis of 10 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 Northumberland?

Our database includes 10 funeral directors serving Northumberland 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 Northumberland?

When choosing a funeral director in Northumberland, 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 Northumberland.

How often are Northumberland funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Northumberland 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 Northumberland

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

Allendale Cemetery

Cemetery

Allendale, Northumberland, NE47

Burial: £1,187

Alnwick Cemetery

Cemetery

Alnwick, Northumberland, NE

Burial: £1,187

Amble West Cemetery

Cemetery

Amble, Northumberland, NE

Burial: £593

Beadnell Cemetery

Cemetery

Tweedmouth, Northumberland, TD15 2QN

Burial: £325

Bedlington (Netherton Lane) Cemetery

Cemetery

Bedlington, Northumberland, NE22 6DZ

Burial: £1,079

Bellingham Cemetery

Cemetery

Bellingham, Northumberland, NE48 2JY

Burial: £575

Berwick-upon-Tweed Cemetery, North road

Cemetery

Berwick, Northumberland, NE

Burial: £1,079

Blyth Links Cemetery

Cemetery

Blyth, Northumberland, NE24 3PJ

Burial: £1,079

Chevington Cemetery

Cemetery

Chevington, Northumberland, NE

Burial: £1,079

Church of Our Lady

Cemetery

Seaton Delaval, Northumberland, NE26 4QR

Burial: £1,079

Church of St Mary

Cemetery

Newbiggin, Northumberland, NE64 6HZ

Burial: £1,079

Corbridge Cemetery

Cemetery

Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5QT

Burial: £1,458

Showing 12 of 40 facilities in Northumberland

💡 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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