Funeral Costs in Wiltshire 2026

Independent, transparent pricing from 20 funeral directors in Wiltshire, SOUTH WEST. Compare costs, understand your options, and make informed decisions.

20 Funeral Directors
£2,760 Avg Cremation
£1,600 Avg Burial

Wiltshire Funeral Market Insights

🏢 Market Structure

High competition

2 independent funeral directors
20 chain branches (91%)

Largest provider: Dignity Funerals Limited (12 branches)

💰 Price Competition

Some variation

Price range: £2,445 - £3,490

A £1,045 price spread (42.7% variation) suggests varied pricing across providers

Excellent coverage: 20 of 22 local funeral directors verified (91%)

Average Funeral Costs in Wiltshire

Attended Cremation

£2,760

Range: £2,445 - £3,490

Based on 20 funeral directors

Unattended Cremation

£1,623

Range: £1,175 - £2,175

Based on 20 funeral directors

Attended Burial

£1,600

Range: £1,300 - £2,175

Based on 20 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 Wiltshire

Funeral Director Location Attended Cremation Unattended Cremation Attended Burial
C S Bowyer Funeral Directors, Bradford (Dignity Funerals Limited) Bradford-on-Avon £2,695 £1,595 £1,595
C S Bowyer Funeral Directors, Bradford (Dignity Funerals Limited) Bradford-on-Avon £2,695 £1,595 £1,595
C S Bowyer Funeral Directors, Melksham (Dignity Funerals Limited) Melksham £2,695 £1,595 £1,595
C S Bowyer Funeral Directors, Melksham (Dignity Funerals Limited) Melksham £2,695 £1,595 £1,595
C S Bowyer Funeral Directors, Trowbridge (Dignity Funerals Limited) Trowbridge £2,995 £1,745 £1,745
C S Bowyer Funeral Directors, Trowbridge (Dignity Funerals Limited) Trowbridge £2,995 £1,745 £1,745
Co-op Funeralcare, Chippenham (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Chippenham £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Royal Wootton Bassett (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Royal Wootton Bassett £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Salisbury (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Salisbury £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
Co-op Funeralcare, Trowbridge (The Co-operative Funeralcare) Trowbridge £2,445 £1,445 £1,445
E. Wootten & Son Funeral Directors, Calne (Dignity Funerals Limited) Calne £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
E. Wootten & Son Funeral Directors, Calne (Dignity Funerals Limited) Calne £2,695 £1,545 £1,545
Elizabeth Snell & Family Trowbridge £2,933 £2,175 £2,175
F Curtis & Son Funeral Directors (Funeral Partners Limited) Wiltshire £3,365 £1,995 £1,700
F. W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors, Chippenham (Dignity Funerals Limited) Chippenham £2,895 £1,545 £1,545
F. W. Jones & Son Funeral Directors, Chippenham (Dignity Funerals Limited) Chippenham £2,895 £1,545 £1,545
John Stuart Funeral Directors, Devizes (Dignity Funerals Limited) Devizes £2,495 £1,645 £1,645
John Stuart Funeral Directors, Devizes (Dignity Funerals Limited) Devizes £2,495 £1,645 £1,645
L C Hill and Son Funeral Directors (Funeral Partners Limited) Warminster £3,490 £1,995 £1,700
Odette Funeral Director Calne £2,700 £1,175 £1,300

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 Wiltshire?

Based on our analysis of 20 funeral directors in Wiltshire, the average cost of an attended cremation funeral is £2,760. 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 Wiltshire?

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 Wiltshire 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 Wiltshire?

For attended cremation funerals in Wiltshire, funeral director fees range from £2,445 (lowest) to £3,490 (highest) based on our analysis of 20 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 Wiltshire?

Our database includes 20 funeral directors serving Wiltshire 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 Wiltshire?

When choosing a funeral director in Wiltshire, 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 Wiltshire.

How often are Wiltshire funeral prices updated?

We update our funeral pricing data for Wiltshire 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 Wiltshire

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

Avenue Cemetery

Cemetery

Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 0BU

Burial: £550

Devizes Cemetery

Cemetery

Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 2DE

Burial: £541

Devizes Road Cemetery

Cemetery

Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7ND

Burial: £550

Leafy Lane Woods, Natural Burial Ground

Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 0LD

London Road Cemetery

Cemetery

Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3JB

Burial: £550

💡 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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