Funeral Costs in Rugby 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 4 funeral directors in Rugby, WEST MIDLANDS. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

4 Funeral Directors
£2,430 Avg Cremation
£1,820 Avg Burial

Rugby Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Limited options

1 independent funeral directors
3 chain branches (75%)

Largest provider: The Co-operative Funeralcare (1 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Very competitive

Price range: £2,195 - £2,595

A £400 price spread (18.2% variation) suggests consistent pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 4 of 4 local funeral directors verified (100%)

Average Funeral Costs in Rugby

Attended Cremation

£2,430

Range: £2,195 - £2,595

Based on 4 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,993

Range: £1,445 - £2,745

Based on 3 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,820

Range: £1,445 - £2,195

Based on 2 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 Rugby

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Heart of England Funerals in Rugby (Heart of England Co-operative) Rugby £2,485 £1,790 N/A
John Taylor Funeralcare, Rugby (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Rugby £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
The Rugby Funeral Home Rugby £2,195 £2,745 £2,195
Wilf Smith & Son funeral services (Central England Co-operative) Rugby £2,595 N/A N/A

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 Rugby?

Based on our analysis of 4 funeral directors in Rugby, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,430. 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 Rugby?

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 Rugby 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 Rugby?

For attended cremation funerals in Rugby, funeral director fees range from £2,195 (lowest) to £2,595 (highest) based on our analysis of 4 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 Rugby?

Our database includes 4 funeral directors serving Rugby 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 Rugby?

When choosing a funeral director in Rugby, 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 Rugby.

How often are Rugby funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Rugby 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 Rugby

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

Clifton Road Cemetery

Cemetery

Clifton Road, Rugby, CV21 3QL

Burial: £1,010

Croop Hill Cemetery

Cemetery

Oswald Way, Rugby, CV22 7PL

Burial: £1,010

Rainsbrook Cemetery and Crematorium

Cemetery & Crematorium

Ashlawn Road, Rugby, CV22 5QQ

Burial: £1,010
Cremation (Attended): £1,025
Cremation (Unattended): £610

Watts Lane Cemetery

Cemetery

Hillmorton, Rugby, CV21 4PE

Burial: £1,010

Whinfield Cemetery

Cemetery

Rugby, CV21 3SB

Burial: £1,010

💡 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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