How do you arrange a funeral?

You can arrange a funeral by choosing a funeral director who will help you organise all the details. They can help you decide whether to have a cremation or burial and what type of service to choose, as well as additional options, such as music and flowers. You can find out what happens at a funeral and compare funeral directors on Funeral Guide. Read more: Arranging a funeral

How can I get help with funeral costs?

If the cost of a funeral is not covered by a prepaid funeral plan, or the estate of the person who has died, you may be able to get financial help from the government’s Bereavement Support Payment or from War Disablement Pensions, charitable funds or budgeting loans. Read more: How to get help with funeral costs

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Co-op Funeralcare, Newton Aycliffe

Oakcliffe Cottage, Newton Aycliffe, DL5 4LH

115 reviews

Reviewed 8 months ago

Co-op Funeralcare, Newton Aycliffe is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Newton Aycliffe and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

Everything was perfect. Everyone was so helpful and kind

Tanya Sudbury, Apr 8th 2024

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Co-op Funeralcare, Bishop Auckland

Fylands House, Bishop Auckland, DL14 9AS

67 reviews

Reviewed 8 months ago

Co-op Funeralcare, Bishop Auckland is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Bishop Auckland and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

Absolutely outstanding, guided and helped me through a double funeral, removing any added stress. The staff were courteous and polite...

Kath Sowerby, Apr 15th 2024

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Co-op Funeralcare, Shildon

Elm Cottage, Shildon, DL4 1DT

17 reviews

Reviewed 8 months ago

Co-op Funeralcare, Shildon is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Shildon and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.