Funeral Costs in Wigan 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 17 funeral directors in Wigan, NORTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

17 Funeral Directors
£2,606 Avg Cremation
£1,498 Avg Burial

Wigan Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

Moderate choice

1 independent funeral directors
16 chain branches (94%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (10 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Some variation

Price range: £2,350 - £3,450

A £1,100 price spread (46.8% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 17 of 17 local funeral directors verified (100%)

Average Funeral Costs in Wigan

Attended Cremation

£2,606

Range: £2,350 - £3,450

Based on 17 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,554

Range: £1,445 - £1,900

Based on 17 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,498

Range: £954 - £1,745

Based on 17 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 Wigan

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
Abbey Funeralcare, Atherton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Manchester £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Abbey Funeralcare, Leigh (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Leigh £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Abbey Funeralcare, Tyldesley (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Manchester £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Leigh (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Leigh £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Pemberton (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Wigan £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
McGuire Funeralcare, Wigan (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Wigan £2,350 £1,445 £1,445
Middleton & Wood Funeral Directors, Hindley (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wigan £2,695 £1,745 £1,745
Middleton & Wood Funeral Directors, Hindley (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wigan £2,695 £1,745 £1,745
Middleton & Wood Funeral Directors, Ince (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wigan £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Middleton & Wood Funeral Directors, Ince (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wigan £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Sankey & Monks Funeral Directors, Leigh (Dignity Funerals Limited) Leigh £2,995 £1,545 £1,545
Sankey & Monks Funeral Directors, Leigh (Dignity Funerals Limited) Leigh £2,995 £1,545 £1,545
T. & M. E. Walsh Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wigan £2,495 £1,545 £1,545
T. & M. E. Walsh Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wigan £2,495 £1,545 £1,545
Varty's Independent Funeral Directors Wigan £3,450 £1,900 £954
W Banks Of Orell Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wigan £2,495 £1,545 £1,545
W Banks Of Orell Funeral Directors (Dignity Funerals Limited) Wigan £2,495 £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 Wigan?

Based on our analysis of 17 funeral directors in Wigan, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,606. 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 Wigan?

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 Wigan 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 Wigan?

For attended cremation funerals in Wigan, funeral director fees range from £2,350 (lowest) to £3,450 (highest) based on our analysis of 17 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 Wigan?

Our database includes 17 funeral directors serving Wigan 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 Wigan?

When choosing a funeral director in Wigan, 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 Wigan.

How often are Wigan funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Wigan 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 Wigan

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

Gidlow Cemetery

Cemetery

Wigan Road, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0AD, United Kingdom

Burial: £1,022

Hindley Cemetery

Cemetery

Castle Hill Road, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 4BU, United Kingdom

Burial: £1,022

Ince-in-Makerfield Cemetery

Cemetery

Warrington Road, Lower Ince, Wigan, WN3 4NH, United Kingdom

Burial: £1,022

Leigh Cemetery

Cemetery

Leigh, Wigan, WN7 2NP

Burial: £1,075

Westwood Cemetery

Cemetery

Westwood Lane, Lower Ince, Wigan, WN3 4HX, United Kingdom

Burial: £1,022

Westwood Cemetery

Cemetery

Lower Ince, Wigan, WN3 4NX

Burial: £1,075

Wigan Crematorium & Lower Ince Cemetery

Cemetery & Crematorium

Cemetery Road, Ince In Makerfield, Wigan, WN3 4NN, United Kingdom

Burial: £1,022
Cremation (Attended): £842
Cremation (Unattended): £512

💡 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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