Darley Funeral Directors

56 reviews

An independent family funeral director in York, focused on providing a completely personal and caring service.

Latest Verified Reviews

Gary Chapman 6th Dec 2021

I cant recommend Hayley and her team at Darleys enough. The before, during and after care is second to none and made the whole day alot easier for myself and my family. The chapel was peaceful and respectful and we got to spend some final moments with mum in perfect surroundings. The attention to detail was outstanding and nothing was to much for them in the planning of the funeral.

Richard Denton 6th Dec 2021

Hayley and all the team at Darley's went above and beyond making it a memorable funeral, befitting my Brother and Sister-in-Law. Thank you

Emily Broadbent 15th Nov 2021

Could not have asked for a better group of people than Hayley and the team at Darley’s to support us in the arrangement of my Dad’s funeral. Rather than an impersonal tick box process, Hayley & Julie really took the time to get to know my Mum and I and the life we had with Dad and the kindness, sensitivity and compassion they showed us (and most importantly, my Dad) has been second to none. Nothing was too much trouble for the team and we can confidently say they have made the worst time of our lives much easier (if that is even possible). We didn’t even know where to begin with planning my Dad’s farewell but the Darley’s family made sure the process was as pain free as possible, allowing us as much time as we needed to make every decision. Darley’s ensured the day was the perfect celebration of his life and for that, we really cannot thank them enough. Every step of the process has been exemplary; initial planning, the day itself and our ongoing after support. Funeral care is never something you want to be able to recommend to others but we really could not recommend Darley’s enough, they are a very special group of people. 

Reviews

Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

13 Highthorn Road
Huntington
York
YO31 9HF

Open map

Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 01904 935713

About Us

Darley Funeral Directors is a funeral director in York, offering a personal, family service to bereaved families throughout the region.

Established by funeral director Hayley Spencer in 2018, after 11 years of working for a larger firm, Darley Funeral Directors is staffed entirely by family and friends. Every member of the team is compassionate and professional - the team of pallbearers worked together for 40 years at Nestlé before retiring. Friendship, community and care are truly at the heart of the business.

Darley are a caring, modern family business who pride themselves on a personal, friendly approach. Unlike some funeral directors, they have remained deliberately small, so that they can spend time with families and really get to know them and the person whose life is being celebrated.

The funeral home in York is cosy and welcoming, and Hayley will always be there to greet you with a cup of tea or coffee. Home visits can also be arranged if you prefer to arrange the funeral in the comfort of your own home.

Whatever your wishes, Darley Funeral Directors in York can help you. Call them at any time of the day to find out more about the services that they offer.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 4 Gary Chapman 6th Dec 2021

    I cant recommend Hayley and her team at Darleys enough. The before, during and after care is second to none and made the whole day alot easier for myself and my family. The chapel was peaceful and respectful and we got to spend some final moments with mum in perfect surroundings. The attention to detail was outstanding and nothing was to much for them in the planning of the funeral.

  • 5 Richard Denton 6th Dec 2021

    Hayley and all the team at Darley's went above and beyond making it a memorable funeral, befitting my Brother and Sister-in-Law. Thank you

  • 5 Emily Broadbent 15th Nov 2021

    Could not have asked for a better group of people than Hayley and the team at Darley’s to support us in the arrangement of my Dad’s funeral. Rather than an impersonal tick box process, Hayley & Julie really took the time to get to know my Mum and I and the life we had with Dad and the kindness, sensitivity and compassion they showed us (and most importantly, my Dad) has been second to none. Nothing was too much trouble for the team and we can confidently say they have made the worst time of our lives much easier (if that is even possible). We didn’t even know where to begin with planning my Dad’s farewell but the Darley’s family made sure the process was as pain free as possible, allowing us as much time as we needed to make every decision. Darley’s ensured the day was the perfect celebration of his life and for that, we really cannot thank them enough. Every step of the process has been exemplary; initial planning, the day itself and our ongoing after support. Funeral care is never something you want to be able to recommend to others but we really could not recommend Darley’s enough, they are a very special group of people. 

  • 5 Kelly Masterson 11th Nov 2021

    I would like to say a massive thank you to Hayley Spencer and Julie Darley-Richmond and the rest at Darley Funeral Directors for everything they have done. I can’t explain how much they have been a comfort to us and supported us through this process. They have been absolutely amazing!! I would recommend them to anyone if they are in the unfortunate position of losing a loved one. I have definitely made some new friends there and will keep in touch. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • 5 Siobhan Sutton 11th Nov 2021

    There could never be enough words to express how incredible our experience with Hayley, Julie and the rest of the Darley’s has been. Throughout the hardest time in my life they have been there 100% to support us and the care my beautiful Mum received was outstanding. From collecting Mum, right up until (and after) her completely unique funeral, nothing has been too much trouble. We have felt like we were the only people they were looking after (which wasn’t the case) - time was never an issue. 

    I will be forever grateful to you all and thank you from the bottom of my heart 💜

  • 5 Crauford Thomson 10th Nov 2021

    We could not have asked for more professional and caring service.

Address
13 Highthorn Road
Huntington
York
YO31 9HF

Open map

Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

Gary Chapman 6th Dec 2021

I cant recommend Hayley and her team at Darleys enough. The before, during and after care is second to none and made the whole day alot easier for myself and my family. The chapel was peaceful and respectful and we got to spend some final moments with mum in perfect surroundings. The attention to detail was outstanding and nothing was to much for them in the planning of the funeral.

Richard Denton 6th Dec 2021

Hayley and all the team at Darley's went above and beyond making it a memorable funeral, befitting my Brother and Sister-in-Law. Thank you

Emily Broadbent 15th Nov 2021

Could not have asked for a better group of people than Hayley and the team at Darley’s to support us in the arrangement of my Dad’s funeral. Rather than an impersonal tick box process, Hayley & Julie really took the time to get to know my Mum and I and the life we had with Dad and the kindness, sensitivity and compassion they showed us (and most importantly, my Dad) has been second to none. Nothing was too much trouble for the team and we can confidently say they have made the worst time of our lives much easier (if that is even possible). We didn’t even know where to begin with planning my Dad’s farewell but the Darley’s family made sure the process was as pain free as possible, allowing us as much time as we needed to make every decision. Darley’s ensured the day was the perfect celebration of his life and for that, we really cannot thank them enough. Every step of the process has been exemplary; initial planning, the day itself and our ongoing after support. Funeral care is never something you want to be able to recommend to others but we really could not recommend Darley’s enough, they are a very special group of people. 

Reviews
Crematorium
Cemetery
  • York Crematorium

    York, YO23 2QD

  • Stonefall Crematorium

    Harrogate, HG3 1DE

  • Maple Park Crematorium

    Thirsk , YO7 4SA

  • Cottingley Hall Crematorium

    Leeds, LS11 0EU

  • Pontefract Crematorium

    Pontefract, WF8 4HA

  • York Cemetery

    York, YO10 5AJ

  • Fulford Cemetery

    Fulford, YO19 4QG

  • Wetherby Cemetery

    Wetherby, LS22 6JD

  • Selby Cemetery

    Selby, YO8 9BL

  • Goldsborough Cemetery

    Harrogate, HG5 8NS

  • Malton Cemetery

    Malton, YO17 7BQ

  • Knaresborough Cemetery

    Harrogate, HG5 0AH

  • Holme Road Cemetery

    Market Weighton, YO43 3EZ

  • Kirkby Overblow Cemetery

    Harrogate, HG3 1HD

  • Whinmoor Cemetery

    Leeds, LS14 3DW

  • Dishforth Cemetery

    Hambleton, YO7 3LU

  • Garforth Cemetery

    Leeds, LS25 1NX

  • Helmsley New Cemetery

    Helmsley, YO62 5HT

  • Kippax Cemetery

    Leeds, LS25 7HE

  • Harlow Hill Cemetery

    Harrogate, HG2 0DA

Update

Prices vary by time and day of week