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, Ferryhill

Dean House, Ferryhill, DL17 8JY

97 reviews

Reviewed 8 months ago

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

July and the staff couldn't have been more helpful and supportive

John Edmunds, Apr 9th 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.

The level of service from beginning to end was impeccable. All of the staff were courteous and extremely professional and...

Graeme Hetherington, Apr 8th 2024

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Co-op Funeralcare, Spennymoor

Grange Cottage, Spennymoor, DL16 6QQ

29 reviews

Reviewed 10 months ago

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