Funeral Costs in Pendle 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 3 funeral directors in Pendle, NORTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

3 Funeral Directors
£2,427 Avg Cremation
£1,237 Avg Burial

Pendle Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Limited options

0 independent funeral directors
5 chain branches (100%)

Largest provider: Helliwells Funeral Service (3 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Very competitive

Price range: £2,200 - £2,780

A £580 price spread (26.4% variation) suggests consistent pricing across providers

Developing coverage: 3 of 5 local funeral directors verified (60%)

Average Funeral Costs in Pendle

Attended Cremation

£2,427

Range: £2,200 - £2,780

Based on 3 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,550

Range: £1,445 - £1,650

Based on 3 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,237

Range: £1,100 - £1,445

Based on 3 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 Pendle

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Co-op Funeralcare, Barnoldswick (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Barnoldswick £2,300 £1,445 £1,445
Fred Hamer, Nelson (Fred Hamer) Nelson £2,780 £1,650 £1,165
Helliwells Funeral Service, Barnoldswick (Helliwells Funeral Service) Barnoldswick £2,200 £1,555 £1,100

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 Pendle?

Based on our analysis of 3 funeral directors in Pendle, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,427. 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 Pendle?

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 Pendle 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 Pendle?

For attended cremation funerals in Pendle, funeral director fees range from £2,200 (lowest) to £2,780 (highest) based on our analysis of 3 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 Pendle?

Our database includes 3 funeral directors serving Pendle 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 Pendle?

When choosing a funeral director in Pendle, 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 Pendle.

How often are Pendle funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Pendle 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.

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